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Gumbo Style Collard Greens

5 from 2 votes
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Ingredients
  

  • 3 lb assorted greens (e.g., kale, collards, mustard greens, turnip greens), rolled and chopped
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 Large Onions, chopped
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper
  • 3 Celery Stalks, chopped
  • 4 Garlic Cloves
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 1 tbsp Creole Kick Seasoning
  • 1 Smoked Turkey Leg, Wing, or Neck
  • 10 cup Chicken Stock or Water
  • 2-3 Andouille Sausage (I used Chicken Andouille Sausage)
  • 1-2 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional)
  • 1 tsp Celery Seed
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 2 tbsp Sweet Paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Rice, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Start by adding the smoked turkey leg (or any smoked turkey part of your choice) to a pot and pour in your chicken stock or water. We want to soften it up a bit, so bring it to a boil and then reduce the heat to simmer. This will allow the turkey to infuse its rich flavors into the liquid.
  • While the turkey is simmering, prepare your vegetables. Chop your celery, green bell pepper, and garlic. You don't need fine dicing, a rough chop will do.
  • In a separate pot or Dutch oven, combine the vegetable oil and flour. Start with medium heat and stir constantly to create a roux. Gradually darken the roux to a deep brown color while continuing to stir. Be patient and avoid burning.
  • Once the roux reaches the desired color, introduce your chopped onions, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Stir them in and let them cook until they soften in the roux.
  • Season the mixture with Creole Kick seasoning, cayenne pepper (if you like it spicy), celery seed, dried oregano, sweet paprika, and a pinch of salt. Stir to incorporate all the flavors.
  • Cut your Andouille Sausage into small pieces and add it to the pot. This savory sausage will bring depth to your collard greens.
  • Once the smoked turkey has simmered for a while and infused the liquid with flavor, pour it into the pot with your roux, veggies, and sausage. This step creates a rich and flavorful base for your collard greens.
  • Begin adding the chopped greens to the pot. Roll and cut them to your desired size and drop them into the liquid. This allows them to soak up all the delicious flavors.
  • With all the ingredients in the pot, cover it and let the mixture simmer for at least an hour. Keep stirring occasionally to ensure the greens are evenly cooked.
  • After an hour, check the texture of your greens. If they're tender and flavorful, you're ready to serve. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or Creole Kick if needed.
  • Dish up your Gumbo Style Collard Greens over a bed of rice. You've now created a Southern classic packed with flavor and soul-warming goodness. Enjoy!
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