How Do You Make Tough Collard Greens Tender?
To make tough collard greens tender, you can start by blanching them in boiling water for a few minutes. After blanching, you can shock them in cold water to stop the cooking process. Next, you can cook them in a flavorful broth or stock for about an hour until they are tender. Adding a ham hock or bacon will add extra flavor and help tenderize the greens. Adding vinegar or lemon juice toward the end of cooking also helps to tenderize them. Finally, be sure to remove any tough stems before cooking.