Braised Knuckles Of Pork With Apples Recipe

Name: Braised Knuckles Of Pork With Apples Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 sm Pork knuckles; 4 x Onions, sliced; 3 x Carrots, sliced; 315 ml Spoon (3 Tb.) vinegar; 1 x Bay leaf; 1 x Clove; 25 gm (1 ounce.) German butter, melted; 3 x Cooking apples, peeled, cored & cut into thick slices; 150 ml (1/4 pint) German apple juice; 15 ml (1 Tb.) cranberry jelly (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Place the pork knuckles in a large saucepan w/ the onions, carrots, vinegar, bay leaf & clove.
2
Cover w/ water & bring to the boil.
3
Cover & simmer very gently for 45 min.
4
Drain the meat , retaining the vegetables, bay leaf & clove.
5
Brush the meat w/ butter & place in a large braising dish.
6
Add in the vegetables, herbs, apple slices & apple juice.
7
Cover & bake at 180 celcius/ 350 F degrees/ Gas mark 4 for about 2 hrs till the pork is very tender.
8
Serve w/ the vegetables & a little of the cooking liquor ( that may mixed w/ cranberry jelly, reheated & poured over the meat), & potatoes dumplings & red cabbage.
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Braised Knuckle of Pork With Apples

4867

kcal

Calories

520

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 4 sm Pork knuckles, 4 x Onions, sliced, 3 x Carrots, sliced, 315 ml Spoon (3 Tb.) vinegar, and more.

Yes, Braised Knuckles Of Pork With Apples Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!