Honestly, Colombia Chicharron I really can’t believe I am featuring another recipe that has fried pork belly again, I just did in my China post and all I can say is you only live once, everything in moderation right? Well this is delicious and a must have component for an authentic Bandeja Paisa.
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Colombia Style Chicharron (Fried Pork Belly
Seriously if you never have, you really should!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 881 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds pork belly with meat washed and cut into 4 pieces
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Place the pork belly pieces, skin side down on a work surface and then make 1 ½ inch crosswise cuts on each piece, being careful not to cut through the skin.
- Rub the pork belly strips with baking soda and place in a medium saucepan. Add the water and salt. Cook over medium-low heat until the water evaporates.
- When all the water is evaporated increase the heat to medium and cook the chicharrones for about 15 to 20 minutes or until they are golden and crispy.
Nutrition Facts
Colombia Style Chicharron (Fried Pork Belly
Amount Per Serving
Calories 881 Calories from Fat 810
% Daily Value*
Fat 90g138%
Saturated Fat 33g206%
Cholesterol 122mg41%
Sodium 625mg27%
Potassium 315mg9%
Protein 16g32%
Vitamin A 17IU0%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 12mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
