Schweinshaxe. Roasted Ham Hock. A Wet Cured & Roasted Pork Shank. Peasant Food #SRP #hamhock

pork hocks

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs provide a leaner option, while pork shoulder is more affordable.

beer

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic beer

💰Cheaper: apple cider

Non-alcoholic beer keeps the flavor while reducing alcohol content.

Start with a cured ham hock.

Fill a large pot with water and add the ham hock.

Add bay leaves and star anise for flavor (optional).

Bring the pot to a boil and skim off any foam or scum that forms on top.

Once clean, reduce the heat and simmer gently for about 1.5 hours.

After boiling, remove the ham hock and pat it dry.

Score the skin of the ham hock with a knife.

Rub salt all over the scored skin.

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

Place the ham hock in a tray with a chef's ring to help it sit upright.

Roast in the oven for 1.5 to 2 hours until the skin is crispy and golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let it rest briefly before serving.

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