How To Cook Pig Feet

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium content.

rice wine

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds acidity without the cost.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier while still providing fat.

Clean pig feet thoroughly under running water.

Chop pig feet into manageable pieces.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add oil.

Add chopped pig feet and sear until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove pig feet and set aside.

In the same pot, add ginger, garlic, and scallions; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Return pig feet to the pot and add soy sauce, rice wine, and sugar.

Add enough water to cover the pig feet and stir to combine.

Add star anise, black peppercorns, and bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, until tender.

Check occasionally and add water if needed to keep feet submerged.

Once tender, stir in sesame oil and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hot, garnished with chopped scallions.

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