Chicharrón

Chicharrón is a dish generally consisting of fried pork belly or fried pork rinds. It's a popular snack in many countries.
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Chicharrón

Ingredients - Serves 4

Let's Get Started

  1. Cut the pork belly into large chunks.
  2. Place the pork belly in a large pot and cover with water.
  3. Add the salt to the pot.
  4. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the pork is tender.
  5. Remove the pork from the pot and let it cool.
  6. Once the pork is cool, cut it into smaller pieces.
  7. Heat a large pan over medium-high heat.
  8. Add the pork pieces to the pan and fry until they are crispy and golden brown.
  9. Remove the chicharrón from the pan and drain on paper towels.
  10. Serve the chicharrón as a snack or as part of a meal.

Dietary Info

  • Dish Type: Appetizer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Calories: 560
  • Fat: 37g
  • Carbs: 0g
  • Protein: 49g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Sugar: 0g