Pork knuckle baked in the oven

Description

The recipe won't take much time. The pork knuckle prepared according to this recipe will have a beautiful golden crust, while remaining incredibly tender, juicy, and flavorful inside. This dish will be a perfect addition to any table, whether festive or everyday, so don't be afraid to experiment and be sure to try making it at home. Serve hot.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Wash the pork knuckle and prick it all over with a knife. Insert a garlic slice into each hole.

2. 2

   Step 2

   In a mortar, crush the remaining garlic with salt, pepper, bay leaf, and vegetable oil. Rub the mixture onto the pork knuckle.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Mix tkemali with mustard and spread over the pork knuckle. Place the knuckle in a container with the marinade, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. Marinate for 2 to 12 hours.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Place the ready ham hock into a roasting bag and put it into a preheated oven at 100 degrees. Cook the ham hock at this temperature for 30 minutes, then increase the oven temperature to 220 degrees and continue cooking for another 1.5 hours. The oven-baked ham hock is ready.