Stuffed Pig's Trotter

Succulent boned pig's trotter filled with a savory fruit and breadcrumb stuffing, slow-cooked in a rich chicken stock base.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1420.2 kcals 2840.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 82.6 grams 165.2 grams
Fat 97.3 grams 194.5 grams
Protein 57.8 grams 115.6 grams
Cook Time
180 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
60
g
Butter
For the stuffing
1
piece
Egg
Free-range, beaten
Fruits
110
g
Prunes
Stones removed, chopped
30
g
30
g
Cherries
Dried
GrainsCereals
170
g
Breadcrumbs
Fresh white
Liquids
Meat
1
piece
NutsSeeds
5
sprigs
Thyme
Leaves only, chopped; for stuffing
1
piece
Salt
To taste
1
piece
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
5
sprigs
Thyme
Leaves only, chopped; for the dish
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
Chopped; for the stuffing
4
piece
Carrots
Halved
2
piece
Onion
Chopped; for the dish

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 190°C.
  • Soften the chopped onion in melted butter in a frying pan.
  • Combine the softened onion with breadcrumbs, dried fruit, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Bind the mixture with the beaten egg, stuff the pig's trotter, and tie with string.
  • Place the trotter on a bed of carrots, onions, and thyme in an ovenproof dish.
  • Add chicken stock and bake for 2 to 3 hours until cooked through.