Pork and Cracklins
This recipe features tender pork with crispy cracklins, perfect for a savory and satisfying meal.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
- Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 2 teaspoons
- Pork shoulder - 3 pounds
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- Season the pork shoulder with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork shoulder to the pot and sear on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
- Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Roast the pork for 2 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let the pork rest for 10 minutes.
- Using two forks, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces, separating the meat from the cracklins.
- Serve the tender pork with the crispy cracklins on top.
- Enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 0g