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Cooked collard greens in a foam bowl, southern barbeque side

Smokey Sautéed Collard Greens

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Course Side Dish
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. canola oil
  • 1 onion (white or yellow, thinly sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
  • 2 bunches collard greens (rib removed, chopped or sliced)
  • 1 Tbsp. soy sauce (low-sodium)
  • 1/2-1 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper

Instructions

  • Add canola oil to sauté pan over medium heat.
  • Add onions and cook while stirring for about 2 minutes, or until onion is translucent (clear).
  • Add garlic and stir until fragrant.
  • Add collard greens and cook until the greens have become soft, around 8 minutes.
  • Add soy sauce, smoked paprika and black pepper. Toss with greens and serve warm.

Notes

GREAT ADDITIONS/SUBSTITUTIONS
Try greens that are bright in color. These are less bitter than greens that are starting to dull or turn yellow. The more you cook the greens, the softer they become, which also reduces bitterness.