Southern Style Pig Tails

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 4

Classic Southern Style Pig Tails with a Spicy Kick

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

345

Sugar

Fat

22g

Southern Style Pig Tails are a classic soul food dish that originated in the southern United States. They are typically made by slow-cooking pig tails with aromatic vegetables and spices until they reach tender perfection. The result is succulent pork meat that falls off the bone, with a spicy kick that's irresistible to many. They can be served as a main course with your favorite sides, or as an appetizer to share with friends and family. While the dish can be time-consuming to make, the end result is well worth it for pork lovers.

Instructions

1.	Add pig tails, garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, and salt to a large pot or dutch oven.
2.	Cover the pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat.
3.	Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the pig tails are tender and falling off the bone.
4.	Remove from heat and use tongs to transfer pig tails to a serving platter.
5.	Serve hot with your favorite sides and enjoy!

PROS

Southern Style Pig Tails are a classic comfort food that will feed a crowd.

They are budget-friendly and easy to prepare, making them a great option for a weekday meal or weekend gathering.

The flavors of garlic, onion, and red pepper flakes complement the pork meat perfectly.

CONS

These pig tails are high in fat and sodium, so they should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The cooking process can be time-consuming, so it’s important to plan ahead if you want to make this dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pig tails are a good source of protein and healthy fats.
They contain collagen, which is beneficial for skin health and joint function.
However, they are also high in sodium and fat, so it’s important to eat them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	8 pig tails , rinsed
	6 cloves garlic , halved
	1 onion , coarsely chopped
	1 teaspoon red pepper flakes , or to taste
	1 teaspoon salt