Southern-Style Chitterlings Recipe

Name: Southern-Style Chitterlings Recipe
Total time: 4 hrs
Ingredients: 10 pounds frozen chitterlings, thawed and cleaned; 1 onion, roughly chopped; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Chitterlings, a Southern delicacy made from pigs' intestines, are a culinary staple in many families. While traditionally enjoyed during the holidays, freezing allows for year-round preparation. Serve these flavorful chitterlings with spaghetti or turnip greens, and don't forget the vinegar and hot sauce for an extra kick!

Total time4 hrs
Prep time1 hr
Cook time3 hrs
Yield12

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Ingredients

10 pounds frozen chitterlings, thawed and cleaned
1 onion, roughly chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

Collect all necessary ingredients for the chitterlings recipe.
Put the thoroughly cleaned chitterlings into a 6-quart pot and completely cover them with cold water.
Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil, then add the onion, salt, garlic, and red pepper flakes for seasoning.
Reduce heat and simmer for 3 to 4 hours, or until the chitterlings become clear to white in color and reach your preferred level of tenderness.

Nutrition

Calories: 312 kcal
Fat Content: 27 g
Fiber Content: 0 g
Sugar Content: 0 g
Sodium Content: 412 mg
Protein Content: 17 g
Cholesterol Content: 365 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 1 g
Saturated Fat Content: 13 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g