Torresmo À Pururuca
Torresmo à Pururuca is a traditional Brazilian dish, a type of pork rind that is very crispy and served as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Water - Enough to cover the pork belly
- Baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Lime - 1, juiced
- Pork belly - 500 grams
Let's Get Started
- Cut the pork belly into small pieces.
- Place the pork belly in a pot, cover with water, and add the lime juice, salt, and baking soda.
- Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 40 minutes, or until the pork belly is tender.
- Drain the pork belly and let it dry completely.
- Heat a large pan over high heat. Add the pork belly pieces and fry until they are golden and crispy.
- Remove the pork belly from the pan and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the Torresmo à Pururuca hot, as an appetizer or snack.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 35g
- Carbs: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Sugar: 0g