Mustard Greens with Cornmeal Dumplings

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:05:41 GMT

Step 1

1. In a large stock pot, add smoked meat or ham hocks and cover with water. Add olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook on medium high heat until the meat is tender.

Step 2

2. Once the meat is tender, add your cleaned greens to your pot. Add one whole onion and 4 cloves of garlic. Let them cook for 1 and 1/2 hours til tender.

Step 3

3. To make the dumplings, in a small bowl, add corn meal, flour, baking powder, salt and whisk until combined. Add water and mix well. Add one tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 4

4. Pinch off a small amount of cornmeal mixture and form into small discs.

Step 5

5. Add cornmeal dumplings directly on top of the mustard greens. Gently push the dumplings down into the pot liquor to allow the dumplings to cook.

Step 6

6. Cover for 20-25 mins or until the dumplings puff up.

Step 7

7. Remove from the heat and serve immediately.

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