Chicharon De Cerdo Con Tostones Or Papas Fritas Y Sarsa Criolla Recipe
Fried pork chunks, served with French fries or tostones and onion salad
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Ingredients
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Pork Chicharon
Tostones or Papas Fritas
Sarsa Criolla
Method
Pork Chicharon Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Cut the pork belly into bite-sized chunks. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Fry the Pork
In a deep pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chunks and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 10-15 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Tostones or Papas Fritas Preparation
- 3
Prepare Tostones
Peel and slice green plantains into 1-inch thick slices. Fry in hot oil until golden. Remove and flatten using a flat surface, then return to oil until crispy.
- 4
Prepare Papas Fritas
Peel and slice potatoes into thin fries. Fry in hot oil until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
