Paksiw na Pata (Pig s Feet Stew)

3 ¼ pounds pig s feet, rinsed and patted dry

1 ½ cups vinegar

1 ½ cups water

⅓ cup soy sauce

1 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns, crushed

3 bay leaves

1 tablespoon white sugar

salt to taste

Combine the pig s feet, vinegar, water, soy sauce, onion, garlic, peppercorns, bay leaves, sugar, and salt together in a stockpot; bring to a boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; allow the stew to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the meat pulls easily from the bones and the liquid has thickened, about 1 hour. Serve hot.