Have Some Heart Recipe

Name: Have Some Heart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pork heart; 1 teaspoon salt; hot water, to cover; 2 stalks celery, finely chopped; 2 large onions, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 tablespoons brown sugar; ¼ cup apple cider vinegar; ½ cup water; ½ cup ketchup

Servings: persons

1
Put the heart in a pot.
2
Cover with hot water.
3
Add salt.
4
Bring to a boil.
5
Cook on medium heat until done, about 1 1/2 hours.
6
You may need to skim the water during cooking.
7
Drain.
8
Cut heart into slices.
9
Sauce: Saute onion and celery in oil until soft.
10
Combine sugar, vinegar, water, and ketchup.
11
Add to onion mixture.
12
Bring to a boil.
13
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 45 minutes.
14
Add sliced heart.
15
Heat 10 minutes.

245

kcal

Calories

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

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: 1 pork heart, 1 teaspoon salt, hot water, to cover, 2 stalks celery, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Have Some Heart 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!

Have Some Heart

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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