Spek Met Wittekool – Pork Hocks With Cabbage

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Spek Met Wittekool - Pork Hocks With Cabbage

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

2 hours 30 min

Ready In

2 hours 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 lbs pork hocks
	water
	salt and pepper
	1 head white cabbage

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

520

Sugar

Fat

42g

Spek Met Wittekool, or Pork Hocks with Cabbage, is a popular dish in the Netherlands. The pork hocks are simmered until they are tender and flavorful, and served with wedges of cabbage that have been cooked in the same pot. This dish is often served with a side of mashed potatoes or boiled potatoes, making it a satisfying and hearty meal. While the pork hocks are a fatty cut of meat, the addition of cabbage adds a healthy dose of fiber and vitamins to the dish.

Instructions

1.	Put the pork hocks in a pot, cover with water, and season with salt and pepper.
2.	Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat and let the pork hocks simmer for about 2 hours, until the meat is tender.
3.	Remove the pork hocks from the pot and set aside to cool.
4.	Cut the head of cabbage into four wedges and add them to the pot with the cooking liquid.
5.	Cook the cabbage for about 20 minutes, until it is tender.
6.	Serve the pork hocks and cabbage together on a plate.

PROS

This dish is rich in protein, and the pork hocks have a great flavor.

The cabbage adds a healthy dose of vitamins and fiber to the meal.

CONS

This dish may be high in sodium, depending on the amount of salt you use while cooking.

Pork hocks are a fatty cut of meat, so this dish may be high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork hocks are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
The cabbage in this dish is high in fiber and vitamin C, which helps support the immune system.
However, this dish may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet or those looking to reduce their intake of saturated fats.