Chicharrones

Chicharrones are often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer. With their rich flavor and cultural significance, chicharrones offer a delicious window into the heart of Cuban cuisine.

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INGREDIENTS

– 2 lb pork belly skin on – Salt to taste – 1/3 cup vegetable oil – Lime wedges Get Recipe

Step-by-step instructions!

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Cut the pork belly into 1-inch cubes. 2 lbs should give you about 10-12 pieces. Season and rub the pork belly cubes with salt. Set aside.

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In a deep nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork belly cubes and reduce the heat to medium-low.

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Cook the pork belly pieces for 30 minutes, turning them every 5 minutes.

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Increase the heat to high and cook for an additional 10 minutes, while stirring. Drain on paper towel lined plate. Season with salt to taste.

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Chicharrones

(Cuban-Style Fried Pork Belly)

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Chicharrones are often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer. With their rich flavor and cultural significance, chicharrones offer a delicious window into the heart of Cuban cuisine.

INGREDIENTS

Step-by-step instructions!

Follow our easy instructions for success!

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Cut the pork belly into 1-inch cubes. 2 lbs should give you about 10-12 pieces. Season and rub the pork belly cubes with salt. Set aside.

Prepare the pork belly.

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In a deep nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork belly cubes and reduce the heat to medium-low.

Fry the pork cubes.

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Cook the pork belly pieces for 30 minutes, turning them every 5 minutes.

Continue to cook.

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Increase the heat to high and cook for an additional 10 minutes, while stirring. Drain on paper towel lined plate. Season with salt to taste.

Finish cooking the pork.

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