Hsiung's Wanluan Pork Knuckle King Introduction
In 1948, the founder of Hsiung's Wanluan Pork Trotters, Hsiung Yen-er, was originally known for running Hakka rice noodle stores in Wanluan Township. One year, upon the suggestion of a chef from Guangdong, he incorporated braised pork trotters into the menu. The pork trotters are made from fresh front legs of the pig, stewed for three hours, and served with a homemade dipping sauce. Over the years, braised pork trotters have become a famous delicacy throughout Taiwan. Hsiung's Pork Trotters insists on using front legs that have a good amount of connective tissue and firm meat. After being depilated, they are cooked in a forty-year-old braising sauce for three hours until fully flavored, resulting in the celebrated Hsiung's Wanluan Pork Trotters known nationwide. When served, it is complemented by Hsiung's homemade dipping sauce, enhancing its deliciousness. Pork trotter dishes are a common cuisine in Taiwan, often served with pork trotter noodles.
