Pork Hock Delivery or Pickup

Pork hock, also called ham hock or pork knuckle, is the joint near a pigs' foot's metatarsals. It's the area where the foot attaches to the leg and the extreme shank of the leg bone. Pork hocks are primarily fat, connective tissue, and bone, although some meat. 

Pork hock is a popular staple in the "soul food" of the American South and the Mid-Atlantic States. This cut of meat serves nicely alongside greens and other vegetables when tossed in flavorful sauces. Some families like to add pork hock to their favorite soups like pea or ham soup, adding the meat right before serving. If the hock has plenty of meat, you can remove it and serve it as is. The hock has a particularly distinctive flavor, similar to pigs' cheeks.

Many cultures embrace pork hock as a part of their cuisines. It's popular in China when served with bok choy in gravy sauce. While in Thailand, ham hock and Sauerkraut are a favorite among locals. Italy, Germany, and Switzerland also include pork hock in many of their traditional dishes. 

Pork hock has a salty and smokey taste similar to bacon but more robust. They make a delicious addition to many kinds of food and are a versatile choice for nearly all occasions. There are several ways to prepare or use a ham hock, including the following:

While cooking pork hocks, you may want to boil them for at least two to three hours for the meat to tenderize. If you want a salty bacon-like flavor, cure the meat with salt before smoking. Even without this step, hocks have a bold, porky flavor when cooked for long periods.

Whether you plan to use pork hock as an ingredient for your favorite soups, or as a smokey slow-cooked dinner dish, Instacart makes it easy to shop for everything you need. Our shoppers get your order ready so that you can have pork hock delivered to your door in as little as 2 hours!