Crackling Pork Shank

Ingredients

This is a sugar and salt cured pork shank that is braised, then fried until the exterior is crispy and delicious.

• Add the salt and sugar to a large container and fill with water, mix well.
• Add the pork shank cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.
• Remove the pork shank from the brine and dry completely.
• In a large saucepan add the pork shank and almost cover with water or stock.
• Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and braise for 1 and 1/2 hours or until almost cooked through.
• In a large saucepan or deep fryer fill 1/3 full with oil and heat to 350 degrees.
• Add the pork shank and fry until skin is golden and crispy. 20-30 minutes.