Ribs 'n' Greens With Wheat Berries Recipe

Name: Ribs 'n' Greens With Wheat Berries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 12 lbs country-style pork ribs or 2 12 lbs pork side ribs, sliced and trimmed of fat; 2 onions, finely chopped; 8 stalks celery, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 piece cinnamon stick; ½ teaspoon black peppercorns, cracked; 2 cups wheat berries, rinsed; 4 cups chicken stock or 4 cups vegetable stock; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon paprika, dissolved in the 2 tbsp white wine vinegar; 8 cups collard greens, about 2 bunches thinly sliced in chiffonade style; balsamic vinegar

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 12 lbs country-style pork ribs or 2 12 lbs pork side ribs, sliced and trimmed of fat
2 onions, finely chopped
8 stalks celery, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 piece cinnamon stick
½ teaspoon black peppercorns, cracked
2 cups wheat berries, rinsed
4 cups chicken stock or 4 cups vegetable stock
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon paprika, dissolved in the 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
8 cups collard greens, about 2 bunches thinly sliced in chiffonade style
balsamic vinegar

1
In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat for 30 seconds.
2
Add ribs, in batches, and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per batch.
3
Transfer to slow cooker stoneware.
4
In same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add onions and celery to pan and cook, stirring, until celery is softened, about 5 minutes.
5
Add garlic, cinnamon stick and peppercorns and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
6
Add wheat berries and toss to coat.
7
Add stock and bring to a boil.
8
Transfer to slow cooker stoneware.
9
Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours or on High for 4 hours, until ribs are tender and falling off the bone.
10
Add paprika solution and stir well.
11
Add collard greens, in batches, completely submerging each batch in the liquid before adding another.
12
Cover and cook on High for 30 minutes, until collards are tender.
13
Discard cinnamon stick.
14
Serve and pass the balsamic vinegar at the table.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 12 lbs country-style pork ribs or 2 12 lbs pork side ribs, sliced and trimmed of fat, 2 onions, finely chopped, 8 stalks celery, diced, and more.

Yes, Ribs 'n' Greens With Wheat Berries falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ribs 'n' Greens With Wheat Berries

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Variations & substitutions

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