World Flavors Cookbook

Saus (Pig Feet Pickled)

Panamanian pickled pig feet — slow-cooked then marinated in lime, vinegar, onion, and hot pepper. A Carnival and holiday tradition.

Cuisine: Panama

Ingredients

• 1.5kg pig feet, cleaned and halved
• 1 cup white vinegar
• Juice of 4 limes
• 2 onions, sliced into rings
• 1 habanero or aji chombo
• 2 cucumbers, sliced
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Boil pig feet in salted water 2 hours until very tender.
2. Cool and cut into small pieces.
3. Combine vinegar, lime juice, onions, pepper, and cucumber.
4. Add pig feet. Toss well.
5. Marinate refrigerated at least 4 hours (overnight better).
6. Serve cold as a snack or appetizer.