INGREDIENTS

• 400g (2 pieces) Pig Trotters

DIRECTIONS

1. Prepare Ingredients:

   Gather all the necessary ingredients.

2. Blanch the Pig Trotters:

   Place 400g of pig trotters in cold water with half a green onion, 3 slices of ginger, and cooking wine to remove odor.

   Tip:

   Ask the vendor to cut the trotters into smaller pieces.

3. Rinse:

   After blanching, drain and rinse the trotters with hot water to remove any blood foam.

4. Caramelize Sugar:

   Heat some oil in a pot and add 10g of rock sugar to make caramel.

   Tip:

   Keep the heat low to avoid burning the sugar. As it melts, it will gradually change color. When it turns light brown and bubbles slightly, it's ready.

5. Add Trotters:

   Once the sugar is ready, add the trotters, then stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce, and 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce.

6. Add Water:

   Pour in enough water to cover the trotters.

7. Add Aromatics:

   Add the remaining half of the green onion, 3 slices of ginger, 2 star anise, 8 Sichuan peppercorns, 1 piece of cinnamon, and 2 bay leaves.

8. Pressure Cook:

   Transfer everything to a pressure cooker.

9. Cook:

   Bring to pressure and cook for 30 minutes.

10. Air Fry:

    Remove the trotters and place them in an air fryer. Cook at 180°C (356°F) for 30 minutes.

11. Serve:

    Once cooked, plate the trotters for a delightful dish with crispy skin and tender meat.