The hock is an often overlooked cut of pork. It is the portion of a pig below the ham or shoulders and above the trotter.
The hock is a tough muscle, lean muscle that requires slow cooking in order to a pleasurable eating experience. Given that it is a commonly used muscle, it is full of flavor, much like the ham.
[lt_recipe name=”Cider-Braised Ham Hocks” servings=”4-6″ prep_time=”10 MINUTES” cook_time=”2.5 HOURS” difficulty=”medium” print=”yes” ingredients=”pasture-raised hocks;1 cup of homemade chicken stock;2 medium sweet potatoes chopped;1 sliced onion and some celery ;salt;and a certified organic dry apple cider with no added sugars;2TBS butter;another cup of chicken stock;mustard – this is organic horseradish mustard;a diced Read More