Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people
| 🟤 1/2 pig’s head | 👅 1 pig’s tongue |
| 🦵 1 pig’s foot | 🥕 2 carrots |
| 🧅 1 large onion | 🧄 4 shallots |
| 🌿 1 bouquet garni | 🧂 2.5 handfuls of coarse salt |
| 🍷 1/4 liter of vinegar |
Utensils
| 🍽️ Large pressure cooker | 🧂 Wooden spoon |
| 🔪 Chef’s knife | 🥄 Large serving spoon |
| 🧊 Strainer | 📏 Cooking thermometer |
| 💧 Mixing bowls | ❄️ Container for the jelly |
Preparation step by step
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Cooking time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Rest time: 12 hours (in the refrigerator)
Total time: About 15 hours
STEP 1: Rinse the half pig’s head thoroughly under cold water to remove impurities.
STEP 2: In a pressure cooker, add the pig’s head along with all the other ingredients listed.
STEP 3: Cover with water, close the cooker, and bring to a boil, then let cook for about 2 hours 30 minutes.
STEP 4: Once cooking is complete, remove the pieces of meat and let them cool slightly.
STEP 5: Cut the meat into small pieces, then place them in a mold or terrine.
STEP 6: Strain the cooking broth and pour it over the pieces of meat to cover them.
STEP 7: Let it all rest in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours to set properly.
STEP 8: Unmold the head cheese, then serve it with pickles and small onions for an even more flavorful taste.
The recipe for head cheese is a true celebration of the authentic flavors of traditional cuisine. It highlights simple ingredients through careful preparation, revealing all the richness of the pork pieces. By using elements like the head, tongue, and snout, this specialty offers a rich and earthy culinary experience that will delight even the most demanding palates.
From its fragrant broth to its melting jelly, every bite of head cheese becomes a precious moment of conviviality. Served with pickles and small onions, this dish graces every table for festive and warm meals.
