Southern-style Vegan Collard Greens

Delicious and comforting vegan collard greens recipe that rivals traditional Southern greens recipes with its smoky, meaty flavor.

📝 Ingredients

• 4 bunches Collard Greens (chopped roughly)
• 1 large Onions (sliced)
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1/4 cup Cider Vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup
• 1 tbsp Liquid Smoke
• 4 cups Homemade Vegetable Stock
• 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Sea Salt
• 1/4 cup Haitian Epis Seasoning (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- Step 1: Make the Stock ---
2. 2Follow the ingredient list and detailed recipe for Homemade Vegetable Stock. If using store bought stock skip to step 3
3. 3--- Step 2: Make Spice Mix ---
4. 4Combine the kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika together in a small mixing bowl or ramekin. Set aside
5. 5--- Step 3: Saute Vegetables ---
6. 6Pre-heat a large part or dutch oven on medium heat. Add some olive oil then saute the onions for 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and saute another 30 seconds. Season as you go with half the seasoning mix.
7. 7Add the homemade broth to the pot and mix well. Allow the broth mixture to cook for 2-3 minutes.
8. 8Add the liquid smoke, epis seasoning (if using), and half the smoked sea salt.
9. 9Add the collard greens to the pot. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for an hour. Add the remainder of the sea salt and spice seasoning mix after the greens have cooked for 15-20 minutes.
10. 10During the last 15 minutes of cooking add the vinegar, maple syrup, and red pepper flakes. Mix well. Taste and adjust if necessary. Serve and enjoy.