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25-Min Pan Pork Knuckle with Roasted Potatoes

Thick-cut pork knuckle seared until golden, finished with mustard and beer braise. Serve with crispy roasted potatoes for an easy weeknight golonka.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
42g
25-Min Pan Pork Knuckle with Roasted Potatoes
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Toss potatoes with 1 tbsp oil, salt, and pepper on a sheet pan. Roast at 450°F for 15 minutes, stirring halfway.

  2. Step 2

    Pat pork knuckle dry. Season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear pork 3 minutes per side until golden brown.

  4. Step 4

    Add mustard, beer, caraway seeds, bay leaves, and halved onion around the pork. Bring to a simmer.

  5. Step 5

    Cover and simmer 10 minutes until pork is cooked through. Internal temp should reach 160°F.

  6. Step 6

    Plate pork and potatoes. Spoon braising liquid and mustard sauce over top. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • sheet pan
  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • meat thermometer
  • tongs

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