Here’s a simple and tasty way to make Gumbo Greens with Cabbage—a classic Southern-style side dish:
🥬 Ingredients (4 servings)
- 1 bunch gumbo greens (or substitute with collard greens), cleaned and chopped
- 2 cups chopped cabbage
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or bacon drippings
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: smoked ham hock or cooked bacon for extra flavor
🍳 Instructions
- Cook the aromatics:
- Heat oil or bacon drippings in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add the greens and cabbage:
- Stir in gumbo greens and cabbage. Cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly wilted.
- Simmer:
- Pour in the broth, add red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are tender and flavorful.
- Optional:
- For extra flavor, add a smoked ham hock at the beginning and remove before serving.
- Serve:
- Serve hot as a side dish with rice, cornbread, or your favorite main dish.
If you want, I can also give a quick 15-minute skillet version that keeps the greens slightly crisp and super flavorful—perfect for a faster meal. Do you want me to share that?
