What are mustard greens?

Mustard greens are a type of leafy green vegetable that are commonly used in Southern and Asian cuisine. They have a pungent, spicy flavor and are typically eaten cooked, although they can also be eaten raw in salads. They are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as other nutrients.

How do you cook mustard greens?

Mustard greens can be prepared in a variety of ways, but some common methods include sautéing, steaming, and braising.

To sauté mustard greens:

1. Wash and dry the greens thoroughly.
2. Remove the stems and chop the leaves.
3. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a small amount of oil (such as olive oil).
4. Add the chopped greens to the pan and sauté until they are wilted and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and other seasonings as desired.

To steam mustard greens:

1. Wash and dry the greens thoroughly.
2. Remove the stems and chop the leaves.
3. Place the greens in a steaming basket or colander set over a pot of boiling water.
4. Cover and steam for 3-5 minutes, or until the greens are wilted and tender.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and other seasonings as desired.

To braise mustard greens:

1. Wash and dry the greens thoroughly.
2. Remove the stems and chop the leaves.
3. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a small amount of oil (such as olive oil).
4. Add the chopped greens to the pan and cook for a few minutes to wilt them.
5. Add a small amount of liquid (such as chicken broth or water), bring to a simmer, and then reduce the heat to low.
6. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the greens are tender.
7. Season with salt, pepper, and other seasonings as desired.

You can also add some meats, like bacon, ham hock, pork belly, for more flavor.

What are some good dishes that use mustard greens?

There are many dishes that use mustard greens, but some popular ones include:

• Sautéed mustard greens: A simple dish where the greens are sautéed with garlic and onions, and often served as a side dish.
• Mustard green and bacon salad: A dish where the greens are chopped and mixed with bacon, croutons, and a vinaigrette dressing.
• Collard and mustard green soup: A hearty soup that combines collard greens and mustard greens with smoked meats and a variety of vegetables.
• Mustard green and black-eyed pea stew: A hearty stew that combines mustard greens with black-eyed peas, onions, and spices, often served over rice.
• Mustard green and shrimp stir-fry: A dish where the greens are stir-fried with shrimp and other vegetables, such as bell peppers and onion, and seasoned with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger.
• Southern-style braised mustard greens: A dish where the greens are braised with bacon, ham hocks, or pork belly, and seasoned with spices such as cayenne pepper and smoked paprika.
• Southern-style collard and mustard greens: Collard greens and mustard greens are slow-cooked together with smoked meats, onion and garlic, and often served as a side dish.
• Mustard green, mushroom and bacon quiche: A dish where the greens are mixed with mushrooms and bacon, then added to a quiche crust and baked.

These are just a few examples, but mustard greens can be used in many different ways depending on the recipe and the cuisine.

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Selected Recipes

Lamp, pasta, and mustard greens? Yeah, you can do it.

Sauté • Lamb • Pasta • Parsley • Nuts • Mustard Greens


• This recipe for Harissa Lamb Orecchiette With Mustard Greens has you making your own pasta. If that seems like overkill, we won't tell anyone if you buy a box. Also, this dish is plenty well seasoned as it is, and doesn't call for the parsley. Use it as an optional garnish if you like.