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Pig Foot Souse

Cultural Context

Originating from Trinidad, Pig Foot Souse is a traditional dish often enjoyed during festive occasions and gatherings. It reflects the resourcefulness of Caribbean cooking, utilizing every part of the pig and transforming it into a flavorful, tangy dish. The combination of pickling spices and fresh vegetables creates a refreshing contrast to the rich meat. Today, it remains a beloved delicacy in Trinidad and has found fans across the Caribbean and beyond.

TrinidadianTTmain
240 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lb pig feet
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup lime juice
1 cup cucumbers
1 medium onion
1 scotch bonnet pepper
2 scallions
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cloves garlic
4 cups water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pig feet

🥗Healthier: chicken feet

💰Cheaper: pork hocks

Chicken feet are lower in fat, while pork hocks provide a similar texture.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers similar acidity, while vinegar is more cost-effective.

1

Soak pig feet in water with salt and lemon for over 20 minutes to clean.

2

Boil pig feet in a pot with baking soda and garlic for about 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes until tender.

3

Prepare cucumbers, onions, and scotch bonnet pepper by slicing them thinly.

4

Add 3 cups of water to the pot with the pig feet.

5

Add 2 teaspoons of salt and the sliced vegetables to the pot.

6

Stir the mixture to combine all the flavors.

7

Cover the mixture with saran wrap and refrigerate to let the flavors meld.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmarinating

Equipment Needed

large potmixing bowlknifecutting boardrefrigerator

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

SousePork Souse

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