Today's Recipe is from Ecuador, I will be preparing Fritada de Chancho! The CC Daily Message.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Chicken thighs are lower in fat and cost less than premium cuts.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier but can be more expensive.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

salsa

🥗Healthier: fresh pico de gallo

💰Cheaper: store-bought salsa

Fresh pico de gallo is healthier and can be made with inexpensive ingredients.

Cut pork shoulder into large chunks.

Season pork with garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add the seasoned pork and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.

Add chopped onion and bay leaves to the pot, stirring occasionally.

Pour in enough water to cover the pork, then bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.

Remove the pork pieces and let them rest briefly.

Increase heat to medium-high and reduce the cooking liquid until thickened, about 10 minutes.

Return the pork to the pot and fry until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

Serve with lime wedges, corn, salsa, and avocado.

Cooking Techniques

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