Crispy Pork Knuckle
Pork leg seared until the skin shatters, finished with a garlicky vinegar-soy glaze. Filipino comfort food that tastes like you simmered it for hours—but doesn't.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat pork dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 3
Working in batches, sear pork skin-side down 3–4 minutes without moving until skin is golden and crispy.
Step 4
Flip and sear the other side 2–3 minutes until browned. Transfer to a plate.
Step 5
Pour off all but 1 tbsp fat. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then add soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, bay leaves, and peppercorns.
Step 6
Return pork to the skillet, cover, and simmer on medium-low 8–10 minutes until fork-tender and sauce clings to meat.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch heavy skillet with lid
- paper towels
- wooden spoon
- tongs
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