USA Recipes

Down Home Chitterlings

Chitterlings, made from pigs' intestines, are a favorite among Southern families. Traditionally, they are prepared during the holiday season, but deep freezing makes them available year-round. Delicious served with spaghetti or turnip greens. Be certain to pass the vinegar and hot sauce!

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

Step by step

  1. Gather the ingredients.
  2. Place cleaned chitterlings in a 6-quart pot and cover with cold water.
  3. Bring to a rolling boil; add onion and season with salt, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Simmer until chitterlings are clear to white in color and reach desired tenderness, 3 to 4 hours.

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