Source: ld1976, AdobeStockPork knuckle is especially delightful to cook in an Afghan kazan, as it turns out even more delicious, tender, and simply melts in your mouth. We're sharing 8 of the best recipes that definitely won't disappoint you!
1. Pork Knuckle in Beer in an Afghan Kazan
Source: mirtesen.ruAny tomato sauce can also be used instead of tomato paste, according to your preference.
You will need: 2 pork knuckles, 300 ml dark beer, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 head of garlic, 2 tbsp tomato paste, salt, spices.
Preparation: Press several garlic cloves and mix them with tomato paste and spices. Thoroughly rub the knuckle with this marinade and let it sit for half an hour. Roughly chop the vegetables and peel the remaining garlic cloves. Place everything in the Afghan kazan and add spices to taste. Pour in the beer, close the lid, bring to a boil, and then cook the knuckle for 1.5-2 hours over moderate heat.
2. Pork Knuckle with Honey and Mustard in an Afghan Kazan
Source: postila.ruA juicy and piquant knuckle with a honey-mustard marinade that will leave no one indifferent.
You will need: 2 pork knuckles, 2 heads of garlic, 1/2 onion, 1.5 liters dark beer or kvass, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp mustard, vegetable oil, salt, spices.
Preparation: Stud the knuckles with garlic slices. Mix several spoons of vegetable oil, mustard, honey, salt, and your favorite spices. Press a few more garlic cloves and add them to the mixture. Rub the pork with this marinade and leave it in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
Then place the knuckles in the Afghan kazan, add the onion, and pour in the beer or kvass. Close the kazan with the lid, bring to a boil, and then cook over medium heat for 40-45 minutes.
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3. Pork Knuckle with Potatoes in an Afghan Kazan
Source: pinterest.comA complete main course, with a side dish included!
You will need: 1 kg pork knuckle, 1 kg medium potatoes, 2 carrots, 2 tomatoes, 2 onions, spices.
Preparation: Rub the knuckle with spices and place it in the kazan. Add coarsely chopped potatoes, carrots, and onions, then season again. Finally, add the sliced tomatoes, close the Afghan kazan with the lid, and cook everything together for about 60 minutes.
4. Pork Knuckle with Rice and Mushrooms in an Afghan Kazan
Source: rutube.ruInstead of rice, you can also use buckwheat, bulgur, or another favorite grain.
You will need: 1 kg pork knuckle, 600 g rice, 500 g champignons, 2 carrots, 1 onion, 1.2 liters water or broth, vegetable oil, spices.
Preparation: Rinse, pat dry, and lightly fry the rice in a dry pan. Thinly slice the onion and carrot, place them at the bottom of the Afghan kazan with oil, and fry until golden.
Rub the pork knuckle with spices and add it to the vegetables. Add the sliced mushrooms, stir lightly, and then sprinkle the rice on top. Pour in water or broth, close the kazan with the lid, and cook everything for 40 minutes.
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5. Pork Knuckle with Sauerkraut in an Afghan Kazan
Source: cookpad.comIn the best traditions of classic German cuisine.
You will need: 1 kg pork knuckle, 600 g sauerkraut, 2-3 tomatoes, 2 carrots, 2 onions, 2 celery stalks, 500 ml water or broth, spices.
Preparation: Score the knuckle across the skin only, fry until lightly browned, let cool, and cut into pieces. Mince the onion and celery, grate the carrot, and arbitrarily chop the tomatoes.
Place the onion at the bottom of the kazan, season, then add celery and carrot. Spread out the lightly squeezed sauerkraut, tomatoes, season again, and stir lightly. Finally, add the pork knuckle and water or broth. Close the Afghan kazan with the lid and cook everything for 1 hour over medium heat.
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6. Pork Knuckle with Zucchini and Eggplant in an Afghan Kazan
Source: dzen.ruYou'll definitely want to make this again, as this recipe uses simple and accessible ingredients.
You will need: 2 pork knuckles, 500 g potatoes, 2 eggplants, 2 zucchinis, 2 bell peppers, 3 tomatoes, 2 carrots, 2 onions, spices.
Preparation: Rub the knuckles with spices and coarsely chop all the vegetables. Place the onion and pork in the Afghan kazan, then add the remaining vegetables, ensuring the zucchini and tomatoes are on top. Season to taste. You can add herbs, chili, or garlic, but adding water is not necessary. Close the kazan with the lid and cook for about 1 hour.
7. Pork Knuckle with Ginger in an Afghan Kazan
Source: rutube.ruA spicy and piquant knuckle with light oriental notes.
You will need: 2 pork knuckles, 2 carrots, 3 onions, 2 heads of garlic, 10 cm ginger root, 2 tsp black tea, 1-1.5 liters kvass or dark beer, salt, spices.
Preparation: Thinly slice part of the garlic and ginger, and stud the knuckles with them. Place the pork in the kazan and add coarsely chopped vegetables, the remaining garlic, and ginger. Sprinkle everything with tea and spices, pour in kvass or beer, close the Afghan kazan, and bring to a boil. After that, simmer the pork knuckle over minimal heat for 1.5 hours.
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8. Pork Knuckle in Tomato Juice in an Afghan Kazan
Source: postila.ruItalian spices with dried aromatic herbs will be ideal.
You will need: 2 pork knuckles, 1 liter tomato juice, 2 onions, 1 head of garlic, 30 ml olive oil, vegetable oil, salt, paprika, dried basil, spices.
Preparation: Peel and mince the garlic, mix it with spices and olive oil. Lightly score the knuckle on top and rub it with this marinade, then leave it in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
Heat the Afghan kazan with vegetable oil and fry the thinly sliced onion. Add the pork knuckle and pour in enough tomato juice to cover the meat. Close the kazan with the lid and cook for 1.5-2 hours over low heat after boiling.