Southern Soul Rice Bowl | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• 2 cups long-grain white rice
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, divided
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
• 1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
• 1 bunch collard greens, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 8 oz smoked turkey, ham hock, or tempeh (for vegetarian option), diced or shredded
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Hot sauce for serving (such as Crystal or Tabasco)
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges (for serving)