Barbecued Pig's Tails Recipe

Name: Barbecued Pig's Tails Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 doz pigs' tails; 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 1 c. Tomato sauce; 1/4 c. Tomato paste; 1/4 c. Brown sugar or possibly syrup [Maple, perchance S.C.]; 2 Tbsp. Wine vinegar; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce Juice of 1 lemon; 1 x Clove garlic, finely minced; 1 tsp Dry mustard Salt and freshly grnd pepper to taste; 1/2 tsp Rosemary (optional)

Servings: persons

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We attribute this recipe to the Mennonite colony of Ontario.
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It's often served at picnics and is known as one of the favorite foods at stag parties.
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Prepare pigs' tails according to Step I in basic instructions; cut in 3-inch pcs.
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Place pigs' tails on a rack and bake in a 300F oven for 2 to 3 hrs, till meat is tender and most of the fat has baked off.
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An alternate method to this is to simmer the pigs' tails in acidulated water for 1 1/2 hrs.
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Combine all remaining ingredients for barbecue sauce, coating tails well.
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Grill over warm charcoal, turning and basting, till crisp.
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If fresh rosemary is available, break off several branches, tie them together and use as a basting brush.
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For barbecuing, we prefer leaving the tails uncut or possibly halved so as to have fewer piece to constantly turn.
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Serve with traditional barbecue accompaniments such as corn-on-the- cob, French bread and green salad.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 doz pigs' tails, 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil, 1 c. Tomato sauce, 1/4 c. Tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Barbecued Pig's Tails Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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