Braised Pork Feet with Yam
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Braised Pork Feet with Yam

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Braised Pork Feet with Yam

About This Recipe

This rich and flavorful Pig Trotters with Yam recipe is a must-try for lovers of tender, fall-off-the-bone meat and hearty textures. The pig trotters are pressure-cooked to perfection with aromatic spices like star anise, cinnamon, and bay leaves, infusing deep umami notes. A splash of white vinegar tenderizes the meat while keeping the broth clear. The addition of soft, creamy yams balances the dish with a subtle sweetness. Finally, the trotters and yams are stir-fried in a savory-sweet sauce made with light soy sauce, chili oil, and scallions, adding a spicy kick and fresh finish. Perfect for a comforting meal, this dish combines slow-cooked tenderness with bold, aromatic flavors for an unforgettable dining experience.

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • pig trotters 600g
  • yams 300g
The sauce & seasonings
  • white vinegar 5ml
  • star anise 2 pieces
  • cinnamon 5g
  • bay leaves 2 leaves
  • oil 2 tbsp
  • light soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • chili oil 1 tbsp
  • scallions 30g

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Clean and cut the pig trotters into small segments.
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Step 2
Step 2
Put the pig trotter pieces into a pressure cooker, add water that just covers the pig trotters, and bring to a boil.
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Step 3
Step 3
Use a skimmer to carefully scoop out the foam until the soup is clear.
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Step 4
Step 4
Add a few drops of white vinegar.
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Step 5
Step 5
Clean the star anise, cinnamon, and bay leaves.
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Step 6
Step 6
Add them to the soup and stir evenly with chopsticks.
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Step 7
Step 7
Close the lid of the pressure cooker, bring to a boil again, and stew for 10 minutes.
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Step 8
Step 8
Remove the pressure cooker from the heat, release the pressure, and add the yam segments.
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Step 9
Step 9
Cover the lid slightly, continue to cook for 5 minutes, then remove and discard the spices.
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Step 10
Step 10
Heat a little oil in another pot, add half a bowl of water, two tablespoons of light soy sauce, one tablespoon of chili oil, and a pinch of salt, and stir evenly with a spatula.
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Step 11
Step 11
Pour the cooked pig trotters and yams into the sauce.
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Step 12
Step 12
Stir-fry until they are evenly coated with the sauce, then sprinkle with scallions and serve.

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