Fried Chitterlings (Chitlins)

Submitted by Zaphro

"If you can stand the smell of them cooking, the end product is worth it."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 30mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 5 lbs chitterlings (I use the pre-cleaned 5 lb bag from frozen foods)
• 3 quarts water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 medium peeled white onions or 1 medium yellow onion
• 1⁄4 cup butter

directions

1. Put the chitterlings in a large pot along with your 3 quarts water, onion, pepper, and salt.
2. Boil them for 1 1/2 hours or until tender. Add a little extra water if necessary.
3. Prepare a large cast iron skillet with 1/4 stick of butter. Remove chitterlings from pot and slice.
4. Add to the preheated skillet. Stir as you lightly brown them.
5. The chitterlings should be thoroughly done and almost falling apart. You can serve them with your favorite side dishes such as greens, maccaroni and cheese, or rice. I actually prefer to eat them by themselves, with several splashes of hot sauce.