Smoked pork knuckle, baked in the oven
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This recipe won't take much time. 1. Rinse the pork knuckle and place it in a bowl or pot of the appropriate size. 2. Mix the salt with a small amount of water and dissolve completely. Pour the brine over the knuckle, adding enough water so the knuckle is fully submerged. 3. Leave it like this for at least 1 day, preferably 2. 4. Then carefully remove the knuckle from the brine and thoroughly pat dry with paper towels. 5. To make the smoked pork knuckle baked in the oven at home more flavorful, run peeled garlic through a press. 6. Combine it with pepper and sugar and mix well. 7. Add liquid smoke and rub the knuckle on all sides. Refrigerate for at least a couple of hours. 8. You can bake it on a rack with a baking sheet underneath, or in foil. In the latter case, unwrap the foil about half an hour before it's done to brown the knuckle. 9. During cooking, turn it over so it cooks evenly, and baste with the rendered juices. That's a simple recipe for smoked pork knuckle baked in the oven. It's best served after it has completely cooled.