Classic Chicharrones Recipe
Chicharrones are easy, crispy, and utterly delicious! They are great to make for a large crowd or even just as a snack! Either way, chicharrones never fail to disappoint.
Ingredients:
Meat
Diced pork fat (thawed) - 3 lbs. (1x1 inch. cubes)
Seasonings
Salt
Chives or Green Onion (Optional)
Liquids
Water
Instructions:
Heat pan or wok to medium-high heat.
Place the diced pork fat into the pan.
Add a small amount of water to cook the pork & prevent fat from burning (a quarter inch. high in pan).
The water will start to evaporate, stir the pork frequently. .
As the fat renders, the pork will begin frying in its own fat. Keep stirring!
Stir the pork for about 45 mins. until the pork fat is crispy & golden.
Strain & remove pork fat from pan.
Add salt and other seasonings to liking while it's still hot!
Tips:
Cook the pork fat for longer or shorter time to your desired amount of crispiness.
Once cooled, you can store & refrigerate the remaining fat from the pan in a glass jar for cooking!