Pork Knuckle Meal Recipe

Name: Pork Knuckle Meal
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 2-3 hours
Yield: 2
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: pork knuckle: 400g; bacon: 40g; bread: 45g; cooked onions or sauerkraut: 150g; beer: 473g

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This meal presents a hearty and traditional fare, often associated with German cuisine, featuring a pork knuckle as the centerpiece. The dish, likely reminiscent of Eisbein if prepared in the German style, is complemented by sides such as bacon, bread, and either cooked onions or sauerkraut. A pint of beer often accompanies this robust meal to round off the dining experience.

🌎 German: Main Course

🔥 Calories 950kcal
🍗 Protein 50g
🍚 Carbs 35g
🧈 Fat 65g

🥗 Ingredients:

pork knuckle (400g)
bacon (40g)
bread (45g)
cooked onions or sauerkraut (150g)
beer (473g)

🍳 How to cook (2 servings):

Cooking Time: 2-3 hoursPreperation Time: 20 minutes

Preparing the Pork Knuckle

Begin by thoroughly cleaning the pork knuckle, then seasoning it with salt, pepper, and other herbs of choice. Roast the knuckle in a preheated oven until it's crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, typically taking a few hours depending on the size.

Preparing the Sides

For the sides, cook the bacon until crisp and set aside. Prepare the sauerkraut or onions by sautéing them in a pan with some butter until they're soft and flavorful. Toast or warm the bread shortly before serving.

Serving

On a large serving platter, place the pork knuckle at the center, surround it with the prepared sides of bacon, bread, and sauerkraut or onions. Serve with a pint of beer for the complete experience.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This meal is rich in protein, thanks to the generous portion of pork knuckle and bacon. However, it's also high in fats, particularly saturated fats, and carbohydrates, primarily from the bread and beer. The overall calorie count can be quite high, ranging from 800 to over 1,000 kcal for the meat portion alone, potentially increasing with the sides and beer.