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Chicharrones de Cerdo

Cultural Context

Chicharrones de Cerdo are a beloved dish in El Salvador, often enjoyed as a snack or part of a festive meal. Traditionally made from pork belly, they embody the country's culinary heritage, showcasing the use of simple yet flavorful ingredients. These crispy cracklings are often served with fresh vegetables and tortillas, making them a staple in Salvadoran households. Today, they are popular not only in Central America but also in various Latin American cuisines, each with its own twist.

SalvadoranSVmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs pork belly
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup lime juice
4 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
2 bay leaves
4 cups water
2 cups oil
1 medium onion
1 medium tomato
1/2 cup cilantro
1 medium avocado
8 small tortillas
hot sauce to taste

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

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are lower in fat, while pork shoulder is more economical.

1

Cut pork belly into bite-sized pieces.

2

Season pork with salt, lime juice, garlic, black pepper, cumin, and bay leaves.

3

Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

4

Place pork in a large pot and cover with water.

5

Bring to a boil over medium heat and simmer until tender, about 1 hour.

6

Remove pork from pot and let cool slightly.

7

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

8

Fry pork pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.

9

Remove chicharrones and drain on paper towels.

10

Serve hot with diced onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, and hot sauce.

11

Enjoy with warm tortillas.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingboilingfrying

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Also Known As

Pork CracklingsChicharrones

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