Sichuan-style Pickled Pork Trotters
Sichuan-style Pickled Pork Trotters (Suan Ti Jiao) are a tangy, savory, and spicy cold appetizer originating from Sichuan, China. The dish features pork trotters that are first boiled until tender, then marinated in a flavorful mixture of pickled chili peppers, garlic, ginger, Sichuan peppercorns, and vinegar, resulting in a complex, mouth-watering flavor profile.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates, primarily from the collagen-rich pork trotters. It provides a good source of collagen, gelatin, and minerals like iron and zinc, with a typical serving containing roughly 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 4 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 3.8 mg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Collagen | High |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
Per 1 serving (about 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a beloved 'xiaochi' (small eat) or cold dish, showcasing Sichuan's mastery of pickling and bold, layered flavors. Nutritionally, the slow-cooked trotters are a traditional source of collagen, believed to be beneficial for skin and joint health.
