The Pig Cheese Recipe
Explore the rich, savory world of making pig cheese at home with this in-depth guide. Creating pig cheese may sound unusual, but it’s a flavorful journey for anyone with a penchant for culinary exploration.
Ingredients:
- 1 pig head (well washed)
- 1 pig tongue
- 2 pork legs
- 2 onions
- 1 chick nettle (or substitute with preferred herbs)
- Salt to taste
- A couple of garlic cloves
- 4 cloves garlic for seasoning
- 20 grams of black pepper grains
- 5 grams of ground ají pepper
- 10 grams of cummin
- 5 grams of nutmeg
- 10 grams of oregano
- 1 teaspoon of pepper tea
- 2.8 kg of pork (additional to the parts mentioned)
Instructions:
Step 1: Boil the Ingredients
- Place the pig head, tongue, and pork legs in a pressure cooker.
- Add 1/4 of the pot with water, two onions, chick nettle, salt, and a couple of garlic cloves.
- Cook under pressure for 50 minutes.
- After cooking, allow it to cool.
Step 2: Separation and Chopping
- Separate the meat from the bones, ensuring that all parts are effectively utilized.
- Chop the meat into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3: Season the Meat
- Season the chopped meat with 4 cloves of garlic, 20 grams of black pepper (half crushed and the other half left in grains), 5 grams of ground ají, 10 grams of cummin, 5 grams of nutmeg, and 10 grams of oregano.
- Add a teaspoon of pepper tea and salt according to your taste.
Step 4: Slow Cook
- Place all the cut and seasoned meat into a slow cooker.
- Allow it to cook on very low heat for 10 minutes to absorb the seasoning. If available, use a bit of the liquid in which the head was boiled (strain it to ensure only the liquid is used).
Step 5: Chill and Set
- Transfer the mixture into a container and allow it to cool.
- Once cool, place it in the fridge for 12 hours to set and intensify the flavors.
Step 6: Present and Enjoy
- Your pig cheese is now ready to be presented and enjoyed in your preferred way!
Closing Notes:
This recipe provides a rich combination of meat and flavors that can be enjoyed as a spread, part of a charcuterie board, or even used in other dishes. Remember to store any leftovers in the fridge and consume within a reasonable timeframe. Bon Appétit!
Note: Please ensure all ingredients and methods comply with local food safety standards. If unsure, you may seek guidance from a professional chef or culinary expert.
