Pig's trotters is a mouth-watering delicacy. It is fat but not greasy, rich in collagen protein, and is good for beauty. No matter in spring, summer, autumn or winter, this delicacy always tempts our taste buds. Pig's trotters are also called pig's feet and pig's hands. They are divided into front and back types. The front hooves have more soft and tender meat and less bones and are suitable for braised pork. The hind hooves have less bones and are suitable for soup. The common ways to eat pig's trotters are:
Braised pig's trotters
There are many ways to make pig's trotters, and the most popular one should be braised pig's trotters. Different shops have different tastes. There are also many places where pig trotters are made into intangible cultural heritage . Some small rural shops can sell 50,000 braised pig trotters a year. The braised pig's trotters are bright in color, fragrant with sauce, soft and glutinous, making people very appetizing just looking at them. The meat will fall off the bone with a gentle bite, but it has not lost its original taste. The meat is so elastic and smooth when chewed. Although the price is a little expensive, it is indeed a rare delicacy.
Roasted pig trotters
Roasted pig trotters are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, caramelized and soft, and have been highly sought after by diners as soon as they were launched. The pig's trotters are split in half, braised first, then grilled, and finally sprinkled with cumin chili powder. One bite, the skin is crispy, the meat is tender, and the mouth is filled with oil... The ones sold on the street are mostly oiled, but you don't need to drip oil when making them at home, which is healthier. Moreover, pig's trotters are rich in fat, and they are not inferior at all when grilled without oil. They taste fatter, not greasy, and chewy.
Braised pig's trotters
In our local area, many people choose to make braised pig's trotters. Braised pig's trotters is the most common way, nutritious, healthy and delicious. Blanch the pig's trotters with ginger and cooking wine, wash them, pluck them clean, stir-fry the sugar color, and then add the pig's trotters for coloring; after coloring, add marinade and boiling water, simmer over low heat, hold on, and you can eat it in an hour. Delicious! The sauce is rich in flavor, soft and delicious. In addition to braised pig's trotters, people also like to make steamed pig's trotters.
Soybean stewed pig's trotters
Soybean stewed pig's trotters is the favorite food of many women. Because there is a lot of collagen in pig's trotters, soybeans contain soy isoflavones and nutrients. The combination of soybeans and pig's trotters can whiten skin and prevent premature skin wrinkles. Pork trotters stewed with soybeans You can add soy sauce and braise it to make a thick oily red sauce, which has a mellow taste. You can also stew the original white soup, add pepper and rice wine to remove the fishy smell and make it more delicious. After the time for the stewed pig's trotters in the pot is up, open the lid. At this time, whether the pig's trotters or soybeans, they look soft, waxy and sweet, not to mention how fragrant they are. The texture and taste of pig's feet are always very satisfying, especially the rich collagen that makes people excited.
Blanched Pork Knuckles
Many people have eaten braised pig's trotters, roasted pig's trotters, Braised Pork Knuckles But have you ever eaten boiled pork knuckles? The Cantonese style blanched pork knuckles, which is more suitable for summer consumption, are simple and delicious, and taste completely delicious. There is no greasy feeling caused by excess fat, and the original flavor of the pork knuckle is retained to the maximum extent. Only when you eat it do you realize that the pork knuckle can be so delicious when cut into pieces. Remove the bones from the pork knuckle, roll it up and tie it, and cool it with cold water. Add white vinegar and other condiments to the pot and simmer for 1 hour, then soak in ice water to dry and refrigerate for 2 hours. The pig's trotters are sliced and served with special dipping sauce. They are crispy and the meat is firm and tough!
Although pig's trotters are delicious and have many benefits, you should not eat too much. Eating too much can easily lead to obesity. People with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases should be patient and stop eating.
