Paleo Slow-Cooked Pig Feet

Discover the rich, fall-off-the-bone flavor of Paleo Slow-Cooked Pig Feet, a comforting dish that celebrates traditional cooking with a healthy twist. This recipe slowly simmers pig feet in a savory blend of aromatic vegetables, fresh herbs, and chicken broth, enhanced by the tangy kick of apple cider vinegar. Browning the pig feet before slow-cooking adds a depth of flavor, while the addition of bay leaves, garlic, and thyme infuse the broth with irresistible earthiness. Perfect for Paleo enthusiasts, this dish pairs wonderfully with cauliflower mash or sautéed greens, making it a nutritious and deeply satisfying meal. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the rest left to your slow cooker, it's a deliciously easy way to enjoy a nourishing, collagen-rich dish that feels like a warm embrace.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Pig feet
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 large Onion
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon Whole black peppercorns
• 2 teaspoons Sea salt
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 stalks Celery stalks
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and clean the pig feet thoroughly under cold water, removing any debris.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Carefully add the pig feet, browning them on all sides for about 2-3 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and roughly chop the onion. Add it to the skillet with the olive oil. Also, peel and smash the garlic cloves and add them in.

Step 4

Sauté the onion and garlic until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Chop the carrots and celery into large chunks.

Step 6

Transfer the browned pig feet, sautéed onion and garlic, chopped carrots, and celery into a slow cooker.

Step 7

Add the apple cider vinegar, bay leaves, whole black peppercorns, sea salt, and fresh thyme to the slow cooker.

Step 8

Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients ensuring the pig feet are mostly covered.

Step 9

Cover the slow cooker and set it on low heat. Cook for 8 hours.

Step 10

After cooking, taste and adjust the seasoning with additional sea salt if necessary.

Step 11

Discard the bay leaves and thyme stems before serving.

Step 12

Serve the pig feet hot with a generous ladle of the flavorful broth and vegetables over your choice of Paleo sides such as cauliflower mash or sautéed greens.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2507.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2588.8

Total Fat 180.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 800mg	0%
Sodium 7697.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 199.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 384.8mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 2031.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.9%

Protein: 30.4%

Carbs: 7.7%