This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Kingsford. The opinions and text are all mine.
Buffalo Pig Wings are saucy, spicy and grilled to perfection! French-trimmed pork shanks are an amazing appetizer and meatier alternative to chicken wings!
There’s a saying here in Kansas City that goes: “I love you like Kansas City loves Kansas City.” We’re in a bit of a love affair with our own town as it goes through a renaissance. Our downtown has been completely revitalized and is now a bustling beacon of art, gorgeous architecture and innovative food. Every bit of the city has been touched by this new energy, including our sports stadiums!
After the Kansas City Royals won the World Series in 2015, our city was on fire for baseball! About 800,000 people turned out for the parade and celebration that followed that big win, and we also welcomed changes and improvements to Kauffman Stadium, the home of the Royals!
Most of us love traditional ballpark food like hot dogs, popcorn and pretzels! But, after that 2015 Championship, Kansas City saw their ballpark eats elevated to the level of the city’s food culture. Our stadium began to introduce authentic slow-smoked and coal-fired barbecue and creative eats that reflected Kansas City’s unique food scene.
One item that you typically find on menus in Kansas City is “Pig Wings.” Pig Wings are specially cut pork shanks where the meat is cut away from the bone. French-trimmed pork shanks are a heftier alternative to chicken wings and taste great with blue cheese dressing on the side.
To celebrate the release of Kingsford’s “Taste of the Game” cookbook, I re-created the Buffalo Pig Wings recipe they included that celebrates the Kansas City Royals! I personally can’t think of a more appropriate recipe to showcase Kansas City’s unique eats. These Pig Wings are spicy, tender and so very good!
Taste of the Game is filled with 30 recipes that you can prepare while enjoying a ballgame with family and friends. Each recipe was inspired by the teams and cities of Major League Baseball! From steak sandwiches to grilled lamb burgers and pulled-pork poutine, there are a myriad of dishes that pair well with watching your favorite baseball team. The cookbook can be purchased on Amazon, or you can find the recipes on Kingsford’s website here.
Michelle's Note: We used an instant read probe thermometer and checked the temperature of the pig wings at 15 minutes and 20 minutes. We did need to add a few extra minutes. It will depend on how thick your pork shanks are, ours were quite thick. Buffalo Pig Wings
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Chrissie Baker says
It amazes me how beautiful they look !! Seriously, this is one of the best recipes I've ever seen. I'll just dream of trying these wings as fast as possible! BRAVO!
jade manning says
I have never even heard of pig wings before?! (I live in England) However they look INCREDIBLE!!! I need to try these!
Michelle says
Yes! Just ask your butcher for "French cut pork shanks." They can do it! 🙂
Katerina @ diethood .com says
Oh wow, this is fantastic!! I can't wait to try it!
Sara Welch says
What a tasty recipe! Perfect;y sweet and savory!
Ross M Roll says
Where would ever find a pork shank?
Michelle says
Hi Ross! You will need to call a local butcher. They can definitely cut them for you, but I hardly ever see them ready made in a case. I called mine and asked them for about 4 pounds, and they had them ready the next day!