Souse - pickled what???

Salty, lots of citrus and peppery goodness! Growing up in Trinidad, souse is a delicacy everyone loves! Made from every type of "foot" that could be found - cow-foot, chicken foot, pig foot and occasionally cow skin. Whatever the medium, Trinis would pickle and spice the hell out of it and it would be so very good, just about every person within nose-shot of the deliciousness would want some… vegan or not.

Chicken foot souse

Souse is a leftover from colonial days when locals made do with every part of the animal, especially the cheapest cuts. Made from soft-boiled trotters, chicken feet or even cow-skin cut into thin strips (which has a jelly-like consistency) souse is basically a pickle with the flavour profile of a ceviche. Lots of onion, cucumber, fresh herbs, mild or hot peppers and salt make the tasty broth that the meat is soaked in for hours. It’s usually served in cups and eaten with the fingers, the better to lick them.  

Pig foot souse

Street side vendors selling souse - probably located next to a bar no doubt!