How to Make Bavarian Pork Leg (Schweinshaxe) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bavarian Pork Leg, or Schweinshaxe, is a traditional German dish that is popular in the Bavarian region. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a festive meal or a cozy night in. The tender, juicy meat is complemented by a crispy, crackling skin, and the dish is often served with traditional sides like sauerkraut and potato dumplings.

While Schweinshaxe is often enjoyed at German beer gardens and Oktoberfest celebrations, it can also be easily made at home. With just a ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (1 1/2) pounds Pork, fresh, leg (ham), shank half, separable lean and fat, raw
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup boiling water
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon caraway seeds
  • ½ teaspoon black peppercorns, crushed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 serving

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Rub pork legs with salt and pepper on all sides. Set into a deep-rimmed baking sheet. Pour boiling water on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Add onion, carrot, caraway seeds, and crushed peppercorns.
  • Continue to roast until pork leg is cooked through, about 90 minutes more. Baste with liquids from the pork every 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    920 cal.

    • Total Fat: 72g
    • Saturated Fat: 25g
    • Cholesterol: 232mg
    • Sodium: 782mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 59g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1087mg