Trotters and Beans
Trotters and Beans. Perfect for any occasion, it is a must-try for anyone who loves good food.
Ingredientes
- 2 pig’s trotters, cleaned and cut in half
- 1 taza dried sugar beans (or butter beans), soaked overnight
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 dientes de ajo picados
- 1 tomato, chopped or ½ cup tinned tomatoes
- 1 cucharadita salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ cucharadita pimienta negra
- 1 cucharadita paprika or mild chili powder (opcional)
- 1 hoja de laurel
- 2 cucharada aceite
- water or stock to cover
Instrucciones
- Prepare the trotters: Clean the pig’s trotters thoroughly. Cut in half if needed. Blanch in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a large pot. Sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add trotters and beans: Add the trotters, drained beans, tomato, salt, pepper, paprika, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
- Add liquid: Cover everything with water or stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Slow cook: Simmer gently for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the trotters are tender and the beans are soft. Add more water if needed.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
