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FRITANGA DE CERDO FACIL DE PREPARAR

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Fritanga de Cerdo

Cultural Context

Fritanga de Cerdo is a beloved dish in Nicaragua, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. It showcases the country's rich culinary heritage, emphasizing the use of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Traditionally served with tortillas and fresh toppings, this dish reflects the communal spirit of Nicaraguan dining. Today, variations can be found across Central America, adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

NicaraguanNImain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs pork shoulder
4 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1 medium bell pepper
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil
8 corn tortillas
2 cups cabbage
1 cup salsa
1 avocado

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Chicken thighs are lower in fat and still flavorful.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat tortillas offer more fiber.

1

Marinate pork shoulder with garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, lime juice, salt, and black pepper for at least 2 hours.

2

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3

Add marinated pork shoulder to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 10-15 minutes.

4

Reduce heat to medium and cover, cooking until pork is tender, about 30-40 minutes.

5

Remove pork from skillet and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

6

While pork rests, prepare the corn tortillas by heating them in a separate pan until warm and pliable.

7

Slice the pork into bite-sized pieces.

8

Assemble the fritanga by placing pork on a tortilla, topped with shredded cabbage, salsa, and avocado.

9

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéinggrilling

Equipment Needed

large skilletmixing bowlcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

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