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Potlikker Noodles with Mustard Greens

This nutrient-dense potlikker noodles with mustard greens is a deeply savoury, high-protein dish that draws inspiration from traditional Southern-style cooking. The heart of the recipe lies in the 'potlikker'—the intensely flavoured liquid left over from simmering greens with smoked meat. By reducing the broth with a smoked hock, you create a concentrated, salty, and slightly spicy base that coats the egg noodles beautifully, offering a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food style.

Ideal for a warming midweek meal or a relaxed weekend supper, this recipe achieves a perfect balance between rich smoked flavours and the bright acidity of red wine vinegar. The inclusion of iron-rich mustard greens and lean protein makes it a sustaining choice for those looking for a wholesome yet indulgent-tasting dinner. Serve it in deep bowls with a generous dusting of Pecorino to complement the smoky, peppery notes of the broth.

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Ingredients for Potlikker Noodles with Mustard Greens

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 10-350g smoked ham hock or smoked turkey wing

  • 1/2 onion, coarsely chopped

  • 8 garlic cloves, lightly crushed

  • 2 bay leaves

  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce (preferably Texas Pete or Frank's)

  • 2 tablespoons sugar

  • 1200ml low-salt chicken broth or water

  • 2 bunches mustard greens or kale, tough stems trimmed, chopped, and reserved, leaves chopped

  • 350g egg noodles

  • Koshersalt

  • 6 slices bacon (about 200g ), cut crosswise into 1/4"-wide pieces

  • 2 large shallots, thinly sliced

  • Nymalen svartpeppar

  • 40g finely grated Pecorino

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add ham hock and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, about 8 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion, garlic, and bay leaves; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add vinegar and stir, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in hot sauce and sugar. Add broth and reserved mustard green stems and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is reduced to 475ml , 1-2 hours. Set a sieve over a large bowl or measuring cup. Strain potlikker into bowl. Pick and reserve the meat from the ham hock to add to the noodles later, if desired. Discard skin, bone, and remaining solids in sieve. Set potlikker aside. DO AHEAD: Potlikker and ham can be made 2 days ahead. Chill separately until cold; cover and keep chilled.

Cook noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, heat a large pot over medium heat. Add bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy. Add shallots and reserved picked meat, if using; cook, stirring occasionally, until shallots are soft, 4-5 minutes. Pour off any excess fat in pan. Increase heat to medium-high; add greens and cook, stirring constantly, until wilted. Add potlikker, scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon, and bring to a boil. Add noodles; toss to coat, and heat through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Transfer noodle mixture to serving bowls and sprinkle with Pecorino.

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