Pig’s Feet Recipe

Pig’s feet isn’t the leanest cut nor the one with less bones but it certainly the tastiest of pork. Juicy, tender and irresistible.

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Pig feet or pig trotters in the U.K. as we may expect aren’t full of lean meat but bones, skin and fat. In fact, a pig’s feet contain the same amount of protein as fat. If it is prepared right, it is a juicy and tender cut of meat that has no equivalent, except maybe the beef tripe.

It doesn’t need an excessive preparation. It may be advisable to ask the butcher to open them up or cut them into halves but other than that it isn’t really necessary. Sure enough, we can sauté a bit of onion or mirepoix before we start to cook but it will be just fine without them.

The only thing the pork feet requires, to add the ingredients into the same pot and cook it until it’s so nice and tender that everything just falls off the bones. Delicious!

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons / 30g Lard or cooking oil
• 3 medium / 400g Onion (diced)
• 1 medium / 100g Italian green pepper (diced) (can be hot)
• 4 pieces / 1000g Pig’s feet (halved)
• 4 teaspoons / 8g Paprika
• 1 tablespoon / 4g Parsley or Celery leaves ( fresh, diced)
• 3 cloves / 12g Garlic (whole or minced)
• 2 medium / 200g Tomato
• 2 cups / 500g Water
• Optional
  • ½ teaspoon / 0.5g Fennel
  • 1 teaspoon / 1g Black pepper

How to make pig feet

1. Heat lard or cooking oil in a pot. Add the diced onion and saute it until it gets a translucent, glassy look for about 3 to 5 minutes.
2. Add the pig’s feet and mix it well then cook it for 5 to 10 minutes until the skin gets some golden brown color.
3. Add the paprika, parsley or celery leaves, garlic, tomato and Italian pepper.
4. Add water to submerge all the feet to around 3/4. Place the lid on and simmer it on low heat for about 3 to 4 hours or until the meat peals off the bones easily. Mind to have enough water during the cooking period or else it may burn down.
5. Remove the lid half an hour before finishing the cooking to reduce the excess water until the feet are only half or even less submerged.

Enjoy!

If pork feet was a joy check out some other mouthwatering happy feet that can be served at the table:

• Ham Hock Recipe
• Turkey Leg Recipe
• Chicken Feet Recipe
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F.A.Q.

Can we marinate Pig’s Feet before cooking?

Yes, we can marinate the Pig’s Feet before cooking. After cleaning the pig’s feet, we can place them in a large container or a zip-top bag and add a marinade of our choice. Some common marinade options include a mixture of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, ginger, and spices. We let the pig’s feet marinate in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight to enhance the flavor.

How long does it take to cook Pig’s Feet?

Cooking time for Pig’s Feet can vary depending on the size and tenderness of the pig’s feet. Generally, it takes around 2 to 3 hours of simmering on low heat to cook the pig’s feet until they are tender and fully cooked. It is important to check the tenderness periodically and adjust the cooking time accordingly.

What can we serve with Pig’s Feet?

Pig’s Feet can be served with various side dishes to complement its flavors. Some popular options include mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, coleslaw, steamed vegetables, crusty bread, or even rice. The choice of side dishes depends on our personal preferences and the desired overall meal.

Can we store leftover Pig’s Feet?

Yes, we can store leftover Pig’s Feet. After the pig’s feet have cooled down, we should transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate them. Properly stored, the leftover Pig’s Feet can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. If we want to store them for a longer period, we can freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 to 3 months.

What does pig feet taste like?

Pig feet tastes like pig. This pig feet tastes like any pork stew that’s made with onion and paprika. Pig’s feet texture resembles fried calamari but of course tastes nothing like that.

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Pig’s feet recipe | Pig trotters recipe

Pig’s feet isn’t the leanest cut nor the one with less bones but it certainly the tastiest of pork. Juicy, tender and irresistible.

Course Low Carb Meal, Main Course, Meal

Cuisine Dairy free, Gluten free, Keto, Low carb recipe, Paleo, Sugar free recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 4 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

• ▢ 2 tablespoons Lard or cooking oil
• ▢ 3 medium Onion diced
• ▢ 1 medium Italian green pepper diced (can be hot)
• ▢ 4 pieces Pig’s feet
• ▢ 4 teaspoons Paprika
• ▢ 1 tablespoon Parsley or Celery leaves diced
• ▢ 3 cloves Garlic whole or minced
• ▢ 2 medium Tomato
• ▢ 2 cups Water

Optional

• ▢ 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• ▢ ½ teaspoon Fennel

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Instructions

• Heat lard or oil in a pot. Add the diced onion and saute it until it gets a translucent, glassy look for about 3 to 5 minutes.
  
• Add the pig’s feet and mix it well then cook it for 5 to 10 minutes until the skin gets some golden brown color.
  
• Add the paprika, parsley or celery, garlic, tomato and Italian pepper.
  
• Add water to submerge all the feet to around ¾. Place the lid on and simmer it on low heat for about 40 minutes or until the meat peals off the bones easily. Mind to have enough water during the cooking period or else it may burn down.
  
• Remove the lid half an hour before finishing the cooking to reduce the excess water until the feet are only half or even less submerged.
  

Notes

Enjoy!

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Nutritional values are calculated with pork shanks.

Nutrition

Serving: 100g | Calories: 110kcal (5%) | Carbohydrates: 2g (1%) | Protein: 17g (33%) | Fat: 3g (5%) | Saturated Fat: 1g (4%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 50mg (17%) | Sodium: 70mg (3%) | Potassium: 307mg (9%) | Fiber: 0g (1%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 137IU (3%) | Vitamin C: 8mg (9%) | Calcium: 16mg (2%) | Iron: 1mg (4%)

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