Swedish Crispy Pig's Feet

Ingredients

• 4 pig's feet (about 2 kg / 4.4 lbs) 4 pig's feet (about 2 kg / 4.4 lbs)
• 2 onions, roughly chopped 2 onions, roughly chopped
• 2 carrots, roughly chopped 2 carrots, roughly chopped
• 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 bay leaves 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g) 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Vegetable oil, for frying Vegetable oil, for frying

Nutrition

• Calories: 450 kcal / 1880 KJ
• Fat: 25g (Saturated Fat: 7g)
• Carbohydrates: 20g (Sugars: 2g)
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Place the pig's feet in a large pot and cover them with water. Add the onions, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and salt.
2. 2.
   Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 3-4 hours, or until the pig's feet are tender and the meat easily falls off the bone.
3. 3.
   Remove the pig's feet from the pot and let them cool slightly. Discard the vegetables and strain the cooking liquid, reserving it for later use.
4. 4.
   In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, dried thyme, and garlic powder. Mix well.
5. 5.
   Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 180°C (350°F).
6. 6.
   Dredge each pig's foot in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure to coat it evenly.
7. 7.
   Carefully place the coated pig's feet in the hot oil and fry them for about 5-7 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
8. 8.
   Remove the pig's feet from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9. 9.
   Serve the Crispy Pig's Feet hot with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside traditional Swedish accompaniments.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pig's feet — Make sure to clean the pig's feet thoroughly before cooking. Remove any excess hair and scrub them well to ensure they are clean. Additionally, you can ask your butcher to clean them for you.
• Bay leaves — Use dried bay leaves for this recipe, as they provide a more concentrated flavor compared to fresh bay leaves.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra crispy texture, you can double-coat the pig's feet by dipping them in beaten egg before coating them with the seasoned flour mixture.
• Serve the Crispy Pig's Feet with lingonberry sauce or pickled cucumbers for a traditional Swedish touch.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, you can soak the pig's feet in cold water for a few hours before cooking to reduce the saltiness.

Serving advice

Serve the Crispy Pig's Feet as a main course alongside mashed potatoes, sautéed vegetables, or a fresh green salad. Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or dill, for an added burst of flavor.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Crispy Pig's Feet on a platter, ensuring that the golden-brown skin is visible. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with the dipping sauce on the side. Consider using a rustic-style serving dish to enhance the traditional Swedish aesthetic.