How to Make Sweet and Sour Greens - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sweet and sour greens are a delectable dish that combines the earthy flavors of leafy greens with the zesty kick of a sweet and sour sauce. This dish is both nutritious and satisfying, making it a perfect addition to any meal. Whether you're looking to add more vegetables to your diet or simply trying to find a new way to enjoy your greens, this recipe is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

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Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • ½ cup water
  • ¼ cup vinegar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 ½ pounds fresh collard greens, tough stems removed and leaves torn into bite-size pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until browned and crisp, about 8 minutes, stirring often. Transfer bacon pieces into a bowl with a slotted spoon, leaving the drippings in the pan.
  • Stir water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper into the bacon drippings until the sugar has dissolved; bring the mixture to a boil. Place collards into the boiling mixture, and stir to mix well. Cover the Dutch oven, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until the greens are tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Drizzle in a little more water or vinegar if greens become too dry.
  • Spoon greens into a serving dish, and sprinkle with the cooked bacon pieces.
  • Nutrition

    187 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 240mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 50mg
    • Calcium: 208mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 284mg