A unique and interesting part of the pig, it’s not commonly found in western supermarkets.  It is extremely common in Asian countries and used in soups and dishes.  Whenever you get a chance to experience, work with or cook pork lungs, it’s really an experience.  We bought 2 full sets of lungs (which weighed a staggering 20 pounds after the vendor pumped water through it) and it took up the whole sink in its full size, however, after you cook it - it shrinks into little bits that aren’t quite as scary to manage.

 How do I prepare it?

Where can I buy this?

All pork vendors in Hong Kong should carry this
It is not commonly found in North American supermarkets, but are probably available in Asian supermarkets  (just ask the meat vendors)

What is the cost?

• 1 set of 2 lungs cost around $20 HKD each

Any benefits?

• Pork lung is a nutritous offal that doesn’t have high saturated fats or cholesterol
• Great for bringing air to ones lungs and nourishing lungs

Any precautions?

• Must be thoroughly cleaned and pumped before usage
• Caution must be taken for gout sufferers as any offal may worsen gout

Resources

• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Offal

Photo:  Pork lungs relative to the size of my sink