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How to cook Hog Maw for Chitterlings or Souse

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Hog Maw

Cultural Context

Hog Maw, also known as Pennsylvania Dutch hog maw, has its roots in the rural traditions of the American Midwest. This dish was historically a way to utilize every part of the pig, reflecting a resourceful approach to cooking. It is often served during family gatherings and holidays, showcasing hearty flavors and rustic charm. Today, variations of hog maw can be found in different regions, with some incorporating various spices and ingredients to suit modern palates.

AmericanUSmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
6 ounces tomato paste
2 bay leaves
8-9 cloves garlic
2 onions
1/4 cup vinegar
8 cups water
salt
pepper
onion powder
garlic powder
ginger
red pepper flakes
hot sauce (Buffalo Red Hot Wings or Frank's RedHot)
cornstarch (for thickening)
1

Introduce the recipe and ingredients.

2

Add 8 cups of water to the Instant Pot.

3

Add 8-9 cloves of minced garlic to the water.

4

Add sliced onions to the water.

5

Pour in 1/4 cup of vinegar.

6

Add salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, ginger, and red pepper flakes to the mixture.

7

Add 2 bay leaves to the pot.

8

Place the cleaned hog maw into the Instant Pot.

9

Seal the Instant Pot and set to pressure cook for 30 minutes.

10

After 30 minutes, release the steam and check the tenderness of the hog maw.

11

If not tender enough, add another 10 minutes of pressure cooking.

12

After the additional cooking, add 6 ounces of tomato paste to the pot.

13

Add hot sauce, starting with about 1/2 cup, to the mixture.

14

Set the Instant Pot to sauté for about 15 minutes to cook the sauce.

15

Mix cornstarch with water to thicken the sauce, adding it during the sauté process.

16

Cook until the sauce thickens to desired consistency.

17

Serve the hog maw with sauce over rice or as preferred.

Equipment Needed

Instant Pot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

pork

Also Known As

Hog Maw

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