Kewl Ranch Pig Ears Recipe

Time45m

Serves4

Thinly sliced, coated with spices, and fried until crispy.

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Ingredients

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1
Clean and Slice Pig Ears
Rinse the pig ears under cold water to remove any impurities. Pat dry with a paper towel. Using a sharp knife, slice the pig ears into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
2
Prepare Spice Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the spices are evenly distributed.

3
Coat Pig Ears
Place the sliced pig ears in a large bowl and sprinkle the spice mixture over them. Toss the ears until they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
4
Heat Oil
In a large frying pan, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of pig ear into it; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.
5
Fry Pig Ears
Carefully add the coated pig ears to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until they turn golden and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

6
Serve
Once all the pig ears are fried, serve them hot as a crispy snack. Optionally, you can serve them with a side of your favorite dipping sauce.