Description
A vibrant and hearty soul food dish packed with flavor, vegetables, and wholesome ingredients that brings families together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound protein (chicken, smoked sausage, or plant-based alternative)
- 4 cups broth or stock
- 4 cups hearty greens (collards, kale, or spinach)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat your pot: Begin by heating your Dutch oven over medium heat. Add a drizzle of oil to coat the bottom.
- Sauté the base: Toss in the diced onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Gently sauté until they’re fragrant and translucent, around 5 minutes.
- Add the protein: Incorporate your chosen protein, stirring well to coat it with the flavors from the sautéed vegetables. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
- Incorporate broth and vegetables: Pour in the broth, add your greens, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Let it simmer: Reduce the heat and allow it to simmer for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust: After simmering, taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
- Serve: Ladle the warm mixture into bowls, garnished with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of hot sauce.
Notes
This dish improves with time; prepare ahead and let it sit overnight for deeper flavors. Customize with seasonal vegetables or spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg