Pigs Feet Recipe

An Old Fashioned Soul Food Favorite
That’s Simple And Easy To Cook

If this boiled pigs feet recipe is one of your favorites then you're truly old school. Growing up down south on a tight budget this was a weekly staple.

Pigs feet once considered a delicacy in the United States, have seen better days. While living in Europe for five years I found out that pigs feet were still in high demand and very popular. Slow cooking is the best way to release the awesome flavors contained in pigs feet.

Pigs feet are not as fattening as you might think. It's important to note that this meat provides more protein and less fat than country-style pork spare ribs. If you don't believe me, here is the data to support. About 3 ounces of pork spare ribs contains 20g of protein and 18g of fat compared to pigs feet 21g of protein and 17g of fat.

Here is a pigs feet recipe for your enjoyment.

4 – pigs feet, split in half lengthwise
2 - medium onions, chopped
2 - stalks celery, chopped
1 - garlic clove, chopped
1 - bay leaf
1 - teaspoon salt
1 - cup white vinegar
1 - teaspoon black pepper
3 – teaspoon crushed red pepper
barbecue sauce
water

Cookware and Utensils:

1 – Dutch oven or large boiling pot
1 – cutting board
1 – cutting board
1 – measuring spoons

Recipe Instructions:

As always the key to great cooking is to be prepared and to use quality ingredients.

Okay, so where do you buy pigs feet? Often times you will have to ask the grocery store butcher for the pigs feet because they're usually frozen and sometime stored in the back of the store.

Begin by giving the pigs feet a good washing. For presentation purposes remove any unsightly hair that you observe. Yes pigs grow hair on the toes and feet just like humans. A disposable razor will remove the hair.

Place all the ingredients in a large boiling pot and cover with water. Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover pot with lid and allow pigs feet to cook until tender, about 3 hours. While your meat is cooking stir constantly and skim away any foam that develops.

I'm sure this pigs feet recipe will turn out to your liking. Serve this delectable meat with your favorite soul food sides, corn bread and southern beverage of choice.

Enjoy your meal