Why does the peanut and pig's trotter soup have a burnt smell? Why does the peanut and pig's trotter soup have a burnt smell?

We all know that there are many ways to make pig's trotter soup, and peanut pig's trotter soup is a very popular nourishing soup. It is relatively simple to make, tastes delicious, has high nutritional value, and is good for the body if consumed in moderation. Many people like to eat peanut pig's trotter soup. So why does the peanut pig's trotter soup have a burnt smell? Let's take a closer look!

Why does the peanut and pig's trotter soup have a burnt smell?

The main reason why the soup has a burnt smell is that the pig's trotters are not cleaned after being burned. If there is still black carbon on the surface of the pig's trotters, the soup will have a burnt smell. The pig's trotters must be soaked in warm water to soften them before washing, which makes it easier to remove the black carbon on the surface. Scrub them clean before cutting them into pieces. Do not scrub them after cutting them. If these problems are eliminated, the peanut pig's trotter soup will not have a burnt smell.

How to make peanut pig's trotter soup

1. Prepare the pig's trotters first, remove the black hoof in front of the trotters, and then soak the trotters in ice water. After a layer of sticky foam is slowly produced, take out the trotters and scrape the surface of the trotters with a knife, cut them in half vertically along the fingertips, and then cut them into large pieces, clean them and set aside;

2. One pig's trotter with a handful of peanuts (need to be soaked in advance and drained for later use), one red date, four wolfberries, and ten white lentils (soaked in advance). Wash these ingredients and set aside;

3. Add enough water to the soup pot to cover the pig's trotter. When the water temperature reaches 50% hot, add a spoonful of cooking wine (for one pig's trotter), three slices of old ginger, three scallions, a small piece of licorice, put in the processed pig's trotter and boil until the water boils. Cook for another 3-5 minutes and remove the trotter for later use.

4. Add water to another soup pot, put the pig's trotters and the above ingredients into the soup pot, then add three slices of old ginger and three green onion segments. Bring to a boil over high heat, then add a spoonful of cooking wine and salt to taste. Turn to low heat and cook for another 40 minutes. Add a little pepper to taste before serving, and garnish with chopped coriander.

Note: Do not use an iron pot to cook soup as it will turn the soup black. It is best to use a casserole. In addition, the longer the soup is cooked, the better. Depending on the ingredients being cooked, the nutrients are best preserved after about 30 minutes to 2 hours.

How to make peanut pig's trotter soup

(1) To remove the fishy smell from pig’s trotters, add water and soak them in vinegar and cooking wine. This will fully soak out the blood and neutralize the fishy smell, achieving the purpose of removing the fishy smell.

(2) Marinate the pig’s trotters with flour to remove the fishy smell and dirt more thoroughly.

(3) The temperature for soaking peanuts in water is most suitable, which not only allows them to soak quickly but also reduces nutrient loss.

(4) Do not fry the pig's trotters too much, just wet the pan. Too much oil will easily fill the pig's trotters, making it difficult for the lard to penetrate and the taste will not be strong.

(5) Use hot water, not cold water, when stewing. If the pig's trotters are too cold, the meat will tighten, making it difficult for fat and protein to seep out, and you won't be able to make a milky and fragrant pig's trotter soup.

(6) While stewing, do not stir or add water.

Simmer for a long time. Keep the soup boiling so that more collagen and oil can seep out and make delicious pig's trotter and peanut soup.