Easy delicious spicy collard greens seasoned with Cajun seasoning and cooked with crispy bacon. These collard greens make a delicious southern side dish that would go perfectly with any meal. The greens are cooked in a large saucpan and simmered until wilted. These collard greens are packed with tons of flavor. Make this easy side dish for a delicious southern meal.
To start this dish, first chop bacon into smaller pieces and cook it in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once the bacon is crispy, add in onion and garlic. Cook until fragrant. Add collard greens, Cajun seasoning, and hot sauce. Pour in water. And let simmer over medium-low heat until the greens are wilted.
Cajun Collard Greens
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, diced
- 1 bunch collard greens
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Cook diced bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook until crispy. Add in collard greens, onion, garlic, cajun seasoning, and hot sauce. Cook until onion and garlic are softened. Pour in water.
- Let simmer for 1- 1 1/2 hours.
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