Knuckle with honey

Cookinero 14 Mar 2025

Pork knuckle in honey in the oven is a spicy, aromatic, juicy dish that can be prepared for a festive table. According to this recipe, the knuckle is baked in a honey-mustard glaze, the remains of which can be used as a sauce for serving. The honey flavor goes perfectly with mustard. For baked pork knuckle, it is better to choose the back legs - more meaty and juicy. A quality product should have light meat and white fat. Dark meat and yellow fat are signs of an old animal.

How to cook Knuckle with honey

Step 1

Knuckle with honey

Boil the knuckle. Put the water with the knuckle on high heat, bring to a boil. As soon as the water boils, drain the whole onion, the remaining 3 cloves of garlic, cloves, black pepper. Salt to taste. Cook for 1.5-2 hours until the knuckle is ready. 30 minutes before the end of cooking, add the bay leaf.

Step 2

Knuckle with honey

While the knuckle is cooking, make a honey-mustard glaze. Grind 1 teaspoon of the pepper mixture thoroughly in a mortar. Mix honey with mustard, add crushed pepper. Mix everything thoroughly.

Step 3

Knuckle with honey

Bake the knuckle in the glaze. Coat the boiled knuckle completely with the glaze, wrap it in foil. Bake the knuckle in the oven at 200°C for 40-60 minutes.

Knuckle with honey - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use maple syrup, agave nectar, or brown sugar as alternatives to honey. Adjust quantities to taste.
Store the cooked knuckle in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
Yes, you can grill the glazed knuckle on medium heat, turning occasionally, until caramelized and heated through.
Serve with roasted potatoes, sauerkraut, or a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.
Yes, wrap the cooled knuckle tightly in foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Reduce the honey amount by half and increase the mustard or add a splash of vinegar for tanginess.
Reheat wrapped in foil in a 180°C oven for 15-20 minutes, or until warmed through. Add a splash of broth to keep it moist.
Yes, cook the knuckle on low for 6-8 hours, then glaze and finish under the broiler for a crispy exterior.

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