How to Make Southern-Style Collard Greens | Allrecipes

Step aside kale and spinach! In the South, it’s all about collard greens, and this Southern-style recipe is the one to beat (with nearly 2,000 reviews and a 5-star rating on Allrecipes!). Nicole shows you how it’s done from trimming and washing your greens to achieving the perfect flavor and tenderness. Though delicious at any time of year, this Southern specialty is the ultimate side dish to serve at your next summer barbecue.
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0:00 Introduction
0:06 How to Cut Collard Greens
2:18 How to Clean Collard Greens
2:42 Prep Additional Ingredients
3:28 How to Cook Collard Greens
5:14 Taste Test
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Get the recipe here: www.allrecipes.com/recipe/51803/kickin-collard-greens/

[@artmieseelizabeth8074]

Short, simple and to the point. Thank you so much and I love her voice. It’s so raspy and comforting.

[@darrellkottal3378]

Love these with Malt Vinegar, and Bacon, if you buy chopped, they still need a good washing, remember my G Mother in Knoxville pulling up bunches in her garden then hosing them off in a galvanized tub!! People don't know what they are missing ..

[@chevykamara2687]

Yes indeed

[@sharongarner3652]

This reminds me of how my grandma made her southern collard greens 😄

[@nansitey2389]

You are an amazing cook and I love that most of your delicious recipe videos are only five minutes or so. Great for my generation with a very short attention span LOL!

[@monicareno4088]

This simple Southern style collards recipe is just the best ever. You don’t need fancy when they have so much good flavor. Thank you Nicole for sharing this Southern staple.

[@debcurry5775]

Momma was raised up in the hills of West Virginia. She loved collard greens and made them all the time. Love them.

[@patriciahartless2095]

Yes Ma'am collard greens are delicious . Hot sauce put on them .Got to have hot buttered cornbread . Pairing I would like fried chicken, sweet potatoes, corn on the cob . Perfect meal in my opinion . Thanks for sharing . Have a beautiful day .🥰

[@ejwright5655]

What time should we come by?

[@patriciahartless2095]

@@ejwright5655 . I made you hungry . For some good old Country cooking. Have a wonderful evening .

[@patriciahartless2095]

@@osakarose5612 . Hot sauce goes good with green . Have a great evening .

[@lamonamaxwell6888]

I love me a good pot of collards with a side of cornbread. I sometimes mixed them with mustard or turnip greens

[@patriotone230]

Yum!

[@ellie7720]

I made these like you did and they came out amazing! I mixed in some smoked turkey legs and OMG, delish! Thank you!

[@jpm9316]

This is how I’ve made mine for years!!! They are truly perfect and this recipe is a real winner!!!

[@dianejohanson98]

I need to start making this more often! Especially since my family loves collard greens!

[@danalaniz7314]

Great! Thank you. Not sure why you need oil before you render the bacon, seems excessive but I'll definitely try this your way. I love cooked greens especially turnip greens.

[@riehaan7572]

When I made Collard green first time I didn’t have any meat except bacons . So I used that then it was so good. My BF loved it . Today I will use baked chicken from Walmart 😅 I already try once before . It’s so good . Thank you 🙏

[@brianscharsch9767]

I love your style! Keep it short and simple for this old boomer grandpa who loves to cook ! ❤️🙏

[@Coombs1000]

Of all the collard cooking here on KZbin I like yours the best .. Thank you for sharing..

[@sylviayates2622]

I am really glad I found you and your recipes here,. Your instructions are easy to follow and you actually cook things I will and like to eat! Don’t stop!!

[@missymitekite]

I've never eaten collard greens, but you make them look delicious and doable!! Definitely going to give them a try. Thanks!

[@debbiemoehr2287]

I love your videos! You are my kind of person! Thank you for being real! Would you show us how to make some meal bowls? I know they’ve gotten very popular but I have no idea how to put them together. Thank you very much…a huge fan from Houston, Tx!

[@paulverrilli4899]

Great base recipe for someone trying to experiment with southern style collards. I made it this way (with some slight tweaking) and it came out great. Fortunately, I found already washed, chopped greens with stems removed so saved on some labor there. As she stated they run you about $4-5, which was actually the same price as unprepared greens (albeit probably somewhat less yield) but still was plenty for two and leftovers the next couple days. I didn't have the full 3 cups chicken broth so I used 1 3/4c and 1 1/4c water which was what I had on hand. You'll need to compensate with more salt as they were slightly underseasoned for my taste this way. Also put a small splash of pepper sauce in during the cook process, which didn't yield the result I was looking for, so I ended up putting a nice dose more in the mixture and it came out fantastic. Also, we tend to like greens with a little texture and crunch, so I shaved about 10-15 min off the simmer and they had a pleasant texture to them. Defintely recommend this recipe and I will be using my inspired version for prepping collards moving forward. Note: this recipe is very similar to a southern style green beans recipe I use, so it's great for substituting!

[@josephallsen3135]

I saved the pot licker, about a quart, and made a fantastic refrigerator soup. (Whatever was in the refrigerator went in the soup.) It was awesome!

[@GPMIAMI]

I ❤ collard greens. One of my favorite southern side dish.

[@RT-wq8bd]

You cook them perfectly! I've grown my own for 31 straight seasons. First tasted them in basic training, Ft. McClellan, Alabama. It's November in zone 7 and they've grown to over 4 ft tall. I still love them but can hardly give them away here.

[@gretroman8235]

Looks really good. I like the tips for preparing the collards for cooking. Not as common in grocery stores in the Northeast but available in farmers markets in the summer. I have the same cooking pot as your MawMaw. Over 40 years old and still cooks wonderful soups and stews. Have to give this recipe a try.

[@markschrader7223]

I'm 60 and have never had collard greens! I'm gonna try these next weekend, your recipe looks awesome. Thank you

[@republicoftexas4651]

Those look great. If you ain't eating collards with your Bar-B-Q: you're doing it wrong. Especially when you hit them with white vinegar-- really cuts through the fat of the meal.

[@maryallore478]

Oh my goodness! You can teach an old dog new tricks!! I am a 72 year old retired grandma and I am going to make collard greens for the first time in my entire life this weekend!! I cannot wait to try this recipe.

[@stevejones6278]

Yep, me too!!

[@karenhummel49]

Im a northerner who loves collard greens! I can get it from certain BBQ places. I really have to learn how to make this. Thanks 😋

[@carollynch8319]

So much better tasting and cheaper than those little containers when cooked at home plus you have plenty of leftovers to freeze for later.😀

[@silverfoxjohnson9390]

Yet again, mouthwatering delicious video! Thank you so much you are a delight to watch and keep them coming!😊😊😊😊

[@gospelician]

This is exactly how I make my collards (and cabbage), using bacon or smoked turkey legs just break up so nicely and render chunks of smoked, meaty bites. Lady, you did your thing! I could taste them through the phone. Perfect instructions! That little jig dance tells the whole story - its mmm mmm gooood! Love your accent too!

[@RealBigBadJohn]

Collards are my favorite greens, and this was an excellent tutorial.✔👍 I had no idea anyone made collard slaw! I'd like to see that!

[@mariaserpa-gauvin8405]

Have to make these. I’m Portuguese and I make 2 different kinds of soup making collard greens! Baked beans please

[@beckygarcia3755]

I have never made them, Thanks, I am making it now.

[@1vtmom966]

Oh my! This reminds me of eatin' at Gramaw's house during a celebration! Thank you for the memories and I'll likely be back.

[@territodude]

Awesome, thanks! I love the way you cook, the nice flow, and the great explanations, with a little sweet sass thrown in. I have to confess, only recently tried collard greens while on the way back from the keys at a Miami BBQ joint, believe it or not. The collard greens had the flavor of my grandmother's green beans with bacon, it brought me right back to her beautiful memories.

[@glennagoss7335]

I am watching mine grow, won’t be long. Collard heaven.

[@BrianGay57]

I really want to grow some. I have in the past, but it’s been a while.

[@radusguru2196]

Great video. Thank you. Never tried collared greens but loce the idea of southern cooking doing this recipe tonight. Love from Scotland

[@pamelastokes2964]

Hey Nicole. Lo w your videos! Can you show us how to cook fresh green beans? I'm a 72 yr young southern woman. I was taught to cook my green beans by boiling them, usually with new red potatoes. I look the crispness, brightness, and flavor of green beans done in a skillet. I just need the to learn the method and ingredients to cook them that way. Thanks so very much. Pam in South Carolina.

[@mrearloutdoors]

Looks super delicious 😋 One of my favorite meals.

[@PashnDex99]

Always wondered what collard greens was we call them spring cabbage and usually just boil them. I am so going to try your way looks delicious

[@lovejones1897]

That’s soul food for you. I love them as I get older but when I was younger my grandmother made them and I didn’t care for them but man I missed out they are amazing with fried chicken and cornbread

[@lisagemmer4132]

Nicole, I have learned so much from your videos! I can't wait to try this recipe.

[@frankjones774]

Here in the frozen Canadian north was able to find Collard Greens at Save On Foods grocery for only 2.40 $ Canadian or about 1.80 USD for a bunch. Never tried them before usually make a similar dish with Spinach but making your recipe tonight. Love your presentation and effortless confidence...it is very inspiring. Thankyou. 😋

[@CraigStephens777]

I'm from Texas but moved to the Northwest. Now somebody gave me greens so thank you. Im going in!❤ Subbed Big Time Wa, State but Houston Born

[@maryjohns4971]

I love any kind of greens for sure

[@arsongrady]

I’m making some today with thick cut smoked bacon. I’m throwing some smoked kielbasa in my liquor and make it a meal

[@alisonsharp5637]

Followed your recipe exactly, they turned out amazing. This is my first time to cook collards and they were picked from my garden on the same day. I did put a little sugar and apple cider vinegar in the mix. I don't need to find another recipe, I'm sold.

[@BrianGay57]

I love the stems! I cut them out, chop them into 1/2 inch pieces and add them to the liquor first so they can cook longer and get tender.

[@tinathrower284]

Yeah Girl, you know what you doing in the kitchen. I'm proud to call you a Southern Sister.

[@iamginawilliams5441]

❤❤❤❤❤ I tried your recipe. They came out perfect. Thank you so much.

[@joanwalford1959]

Mouthwatering. I tried cooking this once and it did not taste good. I always understand that it takes hours to cook but you are showing that is a myth. I did not remove the stems at the time. Will try cooking it again.

[@BrianGay57]

I remove the stems, chop them into small pieces, and then add them to the pot liqueur early to make sure they get tender, then I add the rest of the greens.

[@joegaus4940]

I'm just a city slicker from out west, but I tried this recipe this weekend and I ate the entire pot. I wasn't quite sure what to do with leftovers. Can they be saved for a day or two in the fridge? Thanks so much for this.

[@Katydidit]

Yes, you can refrigerate & reheat ... best to remove some from the pot at the earlier greener stage to refrigerate ( or freeze) for later!

[@kathybray7156]

Ok I'll try them

[@tomdavis3446]

thanks

[@kathybray7156]

Good cutting tips

[@sthompson4049]

Good old pressure cooker cuts the cooking time. Seems get nice and tender. Great eating !!

[@Deesonice777]

I'm making collard greens for the first time today. I like this simple recipe.

[@esperanzato-tal200]

Definitely will be using this recipe “you know” looks great. I grow them.

[@michaelwhitlow8467]

Making them tonight. Thx

[@efzapp5457]

Boy howdy! Those were the best collards I've ever made. Thank you so much.

[@petmom74]

Thanks. My southern Mama made awesomely delicious greens of all kinds. Unfortunately, I only enjoyed them and did not learn how to cook them. I appreciate this video and I liked watching you do the happy eating dance too. LOL

[@2075vj]

I do mine with smoked turkey legs for a healthier dish.thanks for sharing

[@louismesa7938]

Mouth is watering thanks 👍☺️

[@jtidema]

Turned out great - thanks!!!

[@gwenb4531]

Oh my! It is time to make those, once I find collard greens.

[@grovermartin6874]

Gwen B, if you have access to any soil, they're the easiest thing to grow. Just be sure to cover them with a fine gauze at the beginning of the season to keep the cabbage moths from enjoying them and eating holes in them. They just grow and grow even after the frost. I've read they taste even better after the frost.

[@queen_b9280]

OMG!!!!! I MUST MAKE SOME!!!!!

[@ceceprn]

Made this recipe, I Pressure cooked them for 30 min in my electric pressure cooker. Delicious.

[@tonypirulli571]

Omg that looks sooo good.ty.i now will keep your recipe in my rolodex for life!!

[@glensims3744]

Who is the chief Nicole. I'm married to a Raven-Haired Southern Bell with a sparkling personality so this young lady is very appealing. I'm surprised she doesn't have her own KZbin channel. She Did a great job with the Collard Greens.

[@vic_tim7956]

Beautiful!And the collard greens look tasty too.😉

[@palmetto_sunrises]

I was taught to use Smoked Turkey necks. But I'm willing to try your way too.

[@cathyconklin5135]

I never had collards but today was the day. OMG 😱 SO DELICIOUS!!!!!

[@chevykamara2687]

Im from Louisiana.. We put turkey neck in em and cabbage. Fu****g delicious

[@amymccarthy7157]

Making these tonight! Please teach us how to make southern peas/Lima beans/field peas!

[@nancysewell769]

Vegetarian so didn't use the bacon. I didn't buy enough greens--forgot how they cook down. As a terrible cook -- thank you; this looks easy. I'd love to learn to cook Indian food, especially Aloo Gobi.

[@herbertrichery6534]

Asheville inner city low counitry .res..😮

[@normasosa249]

I’m going to make it today!!!!❤

[@chdev82]

The greens look amazing. Also, she kind of reminds me of Pamela Adlon.

[@koreng]

How satisfying is that knife... ohhh my..

[@Tailyn222]

Same way I do it. Yams please

[@gautrytube]

The stems are perfectly edible if you slice them thin and cook them for a longer time.

[@grovermartin6874]

Thanks, gautrytube! The stems are my favorite part! And I love the leaves, too.

[@nickmcmillian2122]

I only seen 10 seconds of this video and just based on the accent, I know the collard greens are going to be amazing

[@madman671000]

I love bbq pork chops, corn bread with these.

[@fadyissa8322]

Oh my god this looks delicious you making me hungry

[@chadsolomon571]

Cook the stems too. It's delicious if you know how to cook them.

[@bonniebartlow5631]

Looks great!!

[@Yucchhii]

I'm originally from up north and very few things I've had SOUTHERN style, but I loved what I had. Now I live in Tennessee and open to the SOUTHERN style and lovin it. I've tried this recipe and MMMM MMMM SLURP!!

[@bobbyhevalow2939]

the stems are great just cook them first with your onions and garlic

[@user-lq9oi5jq3n]

Awesome

[@kellyjames2700]

I’m a bad southern mom. My kids have never tried collard greens

[@Suze147]

Love it, now show me green beans. Thanks

[@user-kd7zh6ui9p]

Just one question, about washing the greens, you sure you should cut them or shred them first? I've always washed first...shredded or cut after. It seems a larger, smoother surface is easier to clean.

[@luapmiller2181]

Thank you

[@rosemaryvyslouzil6249]

I know they are good they look delicious

[@lindaduty278]

Nicole, my mother (who was from Alabama) used to make fried corn from fresh corn on the cob. I call it fried as she always prepared it in a cast iron skillet. It wasn't cream style corn. All I can remember was fresh corn cut off the cob and butter. I have never been able to duplicate that taste. Can you help?

[@BarefootFarm]

My grandparents did the exact same thing. The key is frying the corn until it starts to caramelize. We add salt and pepper in addition to the butter… so simple, but so good!

[@Dee0336]

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[@BrianGay57]

There’s a saying about sweet corn and it’s true. Don’t pick the ears until the water is boiling. The very best and sweetest corn is fresh picked. As soon as it is picked its sugars begin to turn to starch. Corn on the cob from a grocery store pales in comparison to corn straight from the field.

[@dennisgrubbs1929]

Great video Thanks and Happy New Year to you and your family

[@viviansmart6741]

Would you cook me up some turnips and greens. I sure could use a good recipe.

[@macknolan410]

Delicious

[@charlie55one]

You are good my lady 😊

[@jmantwild9373]

I wonder if you could make Collard greens with the leaves. A little pork belly, bacon, seasoning and butter.

[@kylewattssurfing3266]

Awesooooommmmeeee thxxxxxxxx!!!!!!

[@deborahann533]

southern dressing, oxtails with gravy