Schweine-Ohren (Pig's Ears)

Ingredients

• 4 pig’s ears
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 teaspoon of thyme
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Rinse the pig's ears and pat dry with paper towels.
3. Chop the onion and garlic and mix them together.
4. Rub the pig's ears with the onion and garlic mixture.
5. Sprinkle the thyme over the pig's ears and season with salt and pepper.
6. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
7. Add the pig's ears to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, flipping once.
8. Transfer the pig's ears to a baking dish and bake for 25 minutes.
9. Remove from oven and let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Pig's ears are a popular snack in Germany and are often served with beer.
• The pig’s ears should be cooked slowly to ensure they are nice and crispy.
• Pig's ears are a great source of protein and can be cooked in a variety of ways.