DEEP FRIED PORK BELLY - Chicharron

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often more affordable.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley offers a similar flavor, while spinach is widely available.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

Cook pork in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 10 minutes.

Remove pork from skillet and let cool slightly before shredding.

In the same skillet, add vegetable oil and heat over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in shredded pork, diced tomato, cumin, black pepper, and salt.

Cook mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Add chopped cilantro and lime juice, mixing well to combine.

Cooking Techniques

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