How to Make Southern-Style Pig Tails - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Southern-style cooking, few dishes embody the rich and flavorful heritage of the region quite like pig tails. These humble cuts of meat, often overlooked by those not familiar with Southern cuisine, are a true delicacy when prepared with care and attention to detail. Whether braised, smoked, or grilled, pig tails are a versatile ingredient that can be transformed into a mouthwatering dish that will have your guests begging for more.

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Ingredients

  • 8 pig tails, rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, halved
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 50 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place pig tails in a large stockpot and fill with enough cold water to cover. Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Boil for 10 to 15 minutes. Drain in a colander and clean the pot.
  • Return tails to the pot and cover again with cold water. Add onion, garlic, pepper flakes, and salt; bring to a boil. Cook at a boil until tails are almost falling apart, about 2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil.
  • Drain pig tails and place onto the prepared roasting pan. Discard or save stock for another use.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until tails pop and sizzle and the skin browns, 30 to 40 minutes. Very carefully open the oven door and remove from the oven. Allow tails to cool before serving.
  • Nutrition

    408 cal.

    • Total Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 126mg
    • Sodium: 608mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 227mg