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How to Make Chicharrones Costa Rican Style

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Chicharrones Costa Rican Style

Cultural Context

Chicharrones are a beloved snack in Costa Rica, often enjoyed during celebrations and family gatherings. This dish highlights the country's rich culinary heritage, where simple ingredients are transformed into crispy, flavorful bites. In modern times, chicharrones have become popular beyond Costa Rica, embraced in various Latin American cuisines and even in fusion dishes.

Costa RicanCRmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
5 lbs pork
8 cloves garlic
1 tbs achiote paste
1/2 cup cooking oil
salt
handful oregano
handful rosemary

pork belly

🥗Healthier: pork tenderloin

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Pork tenderloin is leaner, while chicken thighs are generally less expensive.

1

Heat cooking oil in large pot.

2

Add achiote paste and chopped garlic.

3

Add chopped pork about 30 seconds later, and stir.

4

Cook pork on high for about 5 minutes.

5

Add chopped oregano and rosemary, and stir.

6

Cook pork until done.

7

Salt to taste.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfrying

Equipment Needed

large pot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Costa Rican Pork CracklingsChicharrones Ticos

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