I Made Germany's Most Popular Recipe Cheaper and Better

pork knuckle

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs reduce fat while pork shoulder is more affordable.

beer

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic beer

💰Cheaper: apple cider

Non-alcoholic beer maintains flavor without alcohol.

sauerkraut

🥗Healthier: steamed cabbage

💰Cheaper: pickled cabbage

Steamed cabbage is lighter and still flavorful.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: rice

Sweet potatoes add nutrients while rice is budget-friendly.

Preheat the Dutch oven.

Season the pork shank with the BBQ rub.

Fill the Dutch oven with the pork shank, bacon strips, onions, and bell peppers.

Add BBQ sauce over the ingredients.

Cover and slow simmer until cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens