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Hog Maws and Potatoes

Hog Maws and Potatoes
Hog Maws and Potatoes
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Hog maws and potatoes is a hearty, rustic dish featuring slow-cooked pork stomach (hog maws) simmered until tender with potatoes, onions, and savory seasonings. It is a staple of Southern American cuisine, particularly in African American and Appalachian culinary traditions, often served as a comforting main course.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, high-fat meal with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the potatoes. It provides a good source of B vitamins, iron, and zinc, with a typical serving containing roughly 350-450 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories400 kcal
Protein22 g
Carbs25 g
Fat24 g
Fiber3 g
Sugar4 g
Sodium650 mg
Iron3.5 mg
Zinc4.2 mg
Vitamin B121.8 mcg
Niacin (B3)6.5 mg
Phosphorus280 mg
Potassium520 mg
Selenium18 mcg
Cholesterol85 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, hog maws represent a tradition of using affordable, whole-animal cuts to create deeply flavorful, nourishing food. Nutritionally, the slow-cooking process helps break down the tough connective tissue in the stomach, making its unique collagen and mineral content more digestible.

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