Pork Chitterlings

Directions

1. 1
   In large pot, out in the yard, bring chitterlings, vinegar, onions, peppers and salt to a boil in lots of water.
2. 2
   Simmer 3 1/2 to 4 hours, changing water 2 times, until fork tender.
3. 3
   Cool.
4. 4
   Remove all fat and foreign matter.
5. 5
   Reheat in fresh water and serve piping hot.
6. 6
   Pass hot pepper sauce.
7. 7
   To fry: dip 2-inch pieces of chitterlings in corn meal, salt and pepper.
8. 8
   Fry in deep fat, not too crisp.
9. 9
   For battered chitterlings: make a thin pancake batter.
10. 10
    Dip chitterlings in batter and fry until golden brown.
11. 11
    Serve with baked potatoes, slaw and corn bread.