Southern-style turnip greens with ham hock

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Southern-style turnip greens with ham hock is a classic soul food dish from the American South, featuring slow-simmered turnip greens cooked with a smoked ham hock for deep, savory flavor. The greens are typically braised for hours until tender, with the ham hock providing a rich, smoky broth that infuses the dish.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is relatively high in protein and fat from the ham hock, while being low in carbohydrates and rich in vitamins A, C, and K from the greens. A typical serving contains roughly 200-300 calories, depending on portion size and how much of the ham hock is consumed.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	650 mg
Vitamin A	4500 IU
Vitamin C	35 mg
Vitamin K	300 mcg
Calcium	200 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Folate	100 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish is a cornerstone of Southern and African American culinary traditions, often associated with family gatherings and holiday meals. Nutritionally, the slow cooking process helps break down the tough greens, making their nutrients more bioavailable, while the ham hock adds collagen and minerals.