Best 2 Hunan Smoked Ham Hock With Hot Black Bean Sauce Recipes

Hunan smoked ham hock with hot black bean sauce is a classic Chinese dish that is both flavorful and aromatic. This Hunanese dish is often served as a main course with steamed rice and it is known for its combination of smoky, spicy, and sweet flavors. The ham hock is first smoked, then braised in a sauce made with black beans, garlic, ginger, and chili peppers. The result is a tender and flavorful dish that is sure to please even the most discerning palate. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make Chinese dish, then Hunan smoked ham hock with hot black bean sauce is the perfect recipe for you.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

COTTAGE HAM

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It's a Midwest thing. If you can find a smoked pork shoulder roll/smoked butt/cottage roll/cottage ham, try this. It's not a ham, although it tastes a bit similar. It's not like pulled pork either, which is prepared differently.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories Pork

Time 6h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 smoked pork shoulder roll, 1 1/2 to 2 pounds
1 onion, peeled and quartered
4 -6 red potatoes, unpeeled, quartered
1 lb green beans, trimmed
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
6 -8 crushed peppercorns
2 cups water
stone ground mustard (optional)

Steps:

Put the pork in a large crock pot and top with onion, potatoes and green beans.
Mix seasonings (not mustard) in water and pour over the top.
Cover and cook on LOW heat 6 to 8 hours or HIGH 3 to 4 hours.
Drain and serve with stone ground mustard, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.1, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 128.8, Carbohydrate 57, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 12.9, Protein 7.8

HUNAN SMOKED HAM HOCK WITH HOT BLACK BEAN SAUCE

Hunan Smoked Ham Hock With Hot Black Bean Sauce image

Adopted! Original poster's comments: Canadian bacon, smoked pork shoulder or picnic ham can be substituted for the ham hocks. QDM: I have changed the servings from 2 to 4, as well, to account for serving with rice.

Provided by Queen Dragon Mom

Categories Pork

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 lbs smoked ham hocks
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon fermented black beans
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 cup green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch squares
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon hot red pepper powder
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 green onions, cut into 1 inch pieces

Steps:

Place ham hocks in a pot, cover with water and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until the meat easily separates from the bone with a fork.
Remove hocks from water, allow to cool, take off meat from the bones and slice into 1 inch slices.
This step can be done well ahead.
Note: If using canadian bacon, picnic ham or smoked pork shoulder you amy simmer in water until very tender or use as is without simmering.
Heat wok or saute pan over high heat, add vegetable oil and when very hot add black beans and garlic; mash together.
Stir in meat, add green pepper, soy sauce, red pepper powder and chicken broth.
Stir continuously until well blended; add green onion.
Serve hot.

Tips:

Choose a good quality ham hock. Look for one that is meaty and has a good amount of fat. Smoked ham hocks are also a good option.
Soak the ham hock in cold water for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help to remove some of the saltiness and make the meat more tender.
Simmer the ham hock in water or broth until it is fall-off-the-bone tender. This will typically take about 2 hours.
Make the black bean sauce while the ham hock is cooking. This sauce is made with fermented black beans, garlic, ginger, and chili peppers. It is a delicious and flavorful sauce that pairs perfectly with the ham hock.
Serve the ham hock with the black bean sauce and steamed rice. You can also add other sides such as roasted vegetables or a green salad.

Conclusion:

Hunan smoked ham hock with hot black bean sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The ham hock is fall-off-the-bone tender and the black bean sauce is flavorful and spicy. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.