RCI-VG.004.1260.001
Soulful Greens
Fruits and Veggies Matter Adult Recipe Cards by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, public domain government resource This version of the popular Southern dish uses orange juice for sweetness and red pepper flakes for spice.
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- of low-sodium chicken broth½ cup
- ¾ cup
- of collard greens2 poundswashed and stems removed
- 1½ cups
- garlic clove1 unitminced
- ¼ cup
- ½ tsp
Method
1
Peel and roughly chop the red onions, and lightly crush the garlic cloves with the flat side of a knife to release their aroma.
5 minutes
2
Place the crushed garlic and chopped red onions into a large pot and add the measured water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
10 minutes
3
Once boiling, add the red pepper flakes and reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, allowing the aromatics to infuse the broth.
2 minutes
4
Simmer the broth uncovered, skimming any foam or impurities from the surface periodically to maintain a clear consommé.
30 minutes
5
Carefully strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth-lined strainer into a clean pot, discarding the solids.
5 minutes
6
Return the clarified broth to low heat and stir in the orange juice, adjusting the amount to taste for a bright, balanced finish.
3 minutes
7
Taste the consommé and season as needed, then gently heat until just steaming before serving in warmed bowls.
5 minutes