How to Make Pickled Pig's Feet - A Step-by-Step Guide

Preserving and pickling meats has been a tradition in many cultures for centuries. Sometimes, what may seem like an unusual or unappetizing piece of meat becomes a delectable treat when pickled. Such is the case with pickled pig's feet, a dish enjoyed in many Southern and Caribbean kitchens. The process of pickling not only imparts a tangy and savory flavor to the meat but also tenderizes it, resulting in a unique and delicious dish that is perfect for snacking or as a side dish.

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Ingredients

  • 4 pig's feet
  • 2 tablespoons salt, divided
  • 2 cups white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon whole cloves
  • 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
  • 4 whole star anise pods
  • 2 tablespoons pickling spice

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 hrs
  • Total Time: 15 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Rinse pig's feet well, pat dry with paper towels, and place into a large saucepan. Add enough water to cover, stir in 1 tablespoon of salt, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until meat falls off the bones, 4 to 5 hours.
  • Remove meat from the bones and place into a shallow dish or bowl. cover and refrigerate until pickling liquid is ready.
  • Drain the saucepan, reserving 2 cups cooking liquid. Pour reserved cooking liquid back into the saucepan. Add vinegar, pickling spice, remaining 1 tablespoon salt, cloves, peppercorns, and star anise. Bring to a boil and cook for 35 minutes.
  • Strain and discard solids. Pour pickling liquid over meat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    259 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 101mg
    • Sodium: 1812mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 70mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 273mg