Traditional Pork Knuckles - A Typical Oktoberfest Dish From Germany

pork knuckle

🥗Healthier: pork shoulder

💰Cheaper: pork shank

Pork shoulder is leaner while pork shank offers similar flavor at a lower cost.

beer

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic beer

💰Cheaper: apple cider

Non-alcoholic beer retains flavor without alcohol; cider adds sweetness.

Prepare the pork knuckle by ensuring it's of high quality and from a good source.

Rub the pork knuckle with salt, black pepper, and caraway seeds.

Let the spices soak into the meat for 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).

Place the pork knuckle in the oven and roast for 30 minutes.

After 30 minutes, reduce the temperature to 110°C (230°F) and continue roasting for 4 hours.

During the roasting, pour beer over the pork knuckle to help caramelize the skin.

The skin should become crispy and shiny as it cooks.

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