Easy Chicharrones Recipe (Crispy, Baked Then Fried)

Ingredients

• 1 pound pork skin (with some fat left on)
• 1 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
• Frying oil (vegetable oil, canola oil, avocado oil, or other)
• For Serving: Salt (fresh lime juice, other seasonings as desired)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 300°F (149°C).

2. 2

   Trim excess fat from the pork skin, but leave a bit of it on for flavor.

3. 3

   Cut the pork skin into 1-inch strips. Set them into a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer, skin sides up. Season lightly with salt.

4. 4

   Bake the pork skins for 1-2 hours, or until the skins dry and turn crispy, golden brown. Baking time can vary depending on the thickness of the pork skin. Remove from heat.

5. 5

   Heat 1.5 inches fry oil in a large pan or pot to 350°F (177°C). A thermometer helps with this. Do not boil.

6. 6

   Fry the pork skin in batches for 2-3 minutes to get them extra crispy. The skins might puff up a bit.

7. 7

   Remove carefully and dry on a paper towel lined plate.

8. 8

   Season with salt, lime, and optional seasonings while still warm. Consider chili powder, cayenne pepper, or a Cajun seasoning blend for that signature Chili Pepper Madness heat.