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Japan · Tai heo trộn Mimiga

Mimiga

1 hr 15 min Hands-on time
MediumDifficulty
5 stepsSteps

Method

  1. 1 Burn or scrape off the hair from the pig's ears, then wash them thoroughly several times.
  2. 2 Boil pig ears with ginger for 50 minutes, or until chopsticks can easily pierce through them while the cartilage remains crispy.
  3. 3 Remove them from the boiling water and immediately immerse them in ice water to allow the cartilage to shrink and become crunchy.
  4. 4 Slice the pig's ears into very thin strips.
  5. 5 Mix with miso and vinegar dressing, add shredded cucumber, and refrigerate before serving.