Chicharrónes Recipe
Crispy pieces of pork simmered with pinto beans in our salsa casera, finished with diced onion and cilantro.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Salsa Casera
Garnish
Method
Preparation of Salsa Casera
- 1
Cooking Chicharrones
- 2
Simmer Pork
In a large pot, add the pork belly and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 1 hour, or until the pork is tender.
- 3
Add Pinto Beans
After the pork has simmered, add the pinto beans to the pot. Stir in the prepared salsa casera and cook for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 4
Crisp the Pork
Once the mixture is cooked, remove the pork belly, and cut it into bite-sized pieces. In a skillet over medium heat, add the pork pieces and cook until crispy on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
Serving
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Serve the crispy chicharrones topped with diced onion and fresh cilantro leaves. Enjoy with warm tortillas or as a topping for your favorite dishes.
