Add salt and pepper. Reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 2.5 hours, occasionally checking to see that the ears are immersed in the water. The ears will be very soft–a fork should easily pierce through the skin. Let the ears cool until they are no longer hot and sticky on the surface.
The Star of the sauce for my Spicy Garlic Pig Ears is my Homemade Chili Oil.
I drizzle my Homemade Chili Oil on EVERYTHING because I promise it is the best chili oil you will ever try!
I always have homemade chili oil in the fridge, ready to go. Homemade chili oil is super easy to make, and unlike other recipes, there will be no waste.
I blend up all the garlic, spices, and herbs to take this chili oil to another level.
Have you ever tried Spicy Garlic Pig Ears?
A popular Taiwanese side dish and one of my personal favorite late-night snacks, Spicy Garlic Pig Ears.
The outer texture is soft, while the inside is slightly crunchy from the cartilage.
Spicy Garlic Pig Ears is the perfect snack because when tossed with the spicy garlic sauce, the pig ear soaks up all the garlicky flavor but still tastes refreshing and not greasy.
Old school Pig Feet And Pig Ears Done the Right Way
FAQ
How long does it take pig ears to get done?
How long should a dog chew on a pig ear?
How do you read a pig’s ear notches?
Can pigs ears upset dogs stomach?
How do you know if pig ears are cooked?
You can check if the ears are cooked by piercing them with a fork. If the flesh is soft, they’re ready. Remove the ears and allow them to cool. With a pair of tongs, remove the pig ears from the pot and lay on a chopping board, allowing them to cool off. While they are cooling, start heating a skillet over high heat.
How do you cook a pig ear?
Bring a pot of water to boil. Place the pig’s ears in the water and par-boil for a few minutes to remove any scum and impurities. Remove the pig’s ears from the water and place them into a medium-sized pot. Add enough water to cover both the ears. Add the onion, carrot, and aromatics, and bring the pot to a boil. Add salt and pepper.
How do you boil pig ears?
Boil the ears in a pot for a few minutes. Pour 1 litre (2.1 US pt) of water into a pot then bring it to the boil. Once the water is boiling, gently place the pig ears into the pot and parboil them for 5 minutes. This process is to remove any potential scum or impurities. Add the ears and vegetables into another pot.
How many ears can a pig eat?
Two ears should feed two to four people, depending on their appetite for ears. Bring a pot of water to boil. Place the pig’s ears in the water and par-boil for a few minutes to remove any scum and impurities. Remove the pig’s ears from the water and place them into a small pot.