Are you in the mood for some delicious pork crackling? We’ve got you covered! In this recipe, we’ll show you how to prepare homemade pork crackling, Dominican style, that’s easy and quick to make.
Ingredients:
- 3 pounds of tender pork (ribs)
- Whole oregano (to taste)
- Pink salt (to taste)
- 3 sour oranges
- 1 cup or 250 ml of lard
Preparation:
- First, we’ll start by cutting the pork into small or medium-sized pieces, according to your preference.
- Rinse the pork well using one of the sour oranges. This will help eliminate any traces of odor or bacteria from the meat. Rinse the pork with the orange and plenty of water.
- Once the pork is washed and chopped, it’s time to season it. Sprinkle pink salt or red salt, along with the whole oregano. You could also use ground oregano, but using it whole is recommended. The amount of salt and oregano can be adjusted to your taste. Finally, squeeze the juice from the leftover sour orange onto the meat.
- Next, boil the pork in a small amount of water. Since the meat is tender, there’s no need to use excessive water. Let it boil for approximately 15 minutes.
- Once the pork is boiled, it’s time to fry it. Heat the lard in a frying pan or deep fryer until it’s very hot. Slowly add the pork to avoid oil splatters. Fry the meat for about 5 to 10 minutes or until it reaches your desired golden color.
- And there you have it! Your Dominican-style pork crackling is now ready to be served. This dish pairs well with a variety of sides, such as green plantains, yucca, rice, and more. You can also serve it with slices of green lime on the side and enjoy it with a refreshing citrus juice, preferably lemon or orange.
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Bonus Recipe: Delightful Banana Cream Cheesecake
If you’re in the mood for a scrumptious homemade dessert, look no further than our Banana Cream Cheesecake recipe. This delightful treat combines the rich flavors of cream cheese and the sweetness of ripe bananas, creating a dessert that’s sure to please your taste buds. Plus, it’s easy to make! Let’s dive into the simple steps to create this heavenly dessert.
Ingredients:
- 20 Nilla Wafers
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 24 oz softened cream cheese
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch
- 3 eggs
- ¾ cup mashed bananas (approximately 2 bananas)
- ½ cup whipping cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Crush the Nilla Wafers in a blender or food processor until finely crushed.
- Add melted butter and blend until well combined. Press this crumb mixture onto the bottom of a 10-inch pan and refrigerate.
- Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the cream cheese at medium speed until creamy.
- Add sugar and cornstarch, continuing to beat until well blended.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Beat in mashed bananas, whipping cream, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- Baking:
- Pour the cream cheese mixture into the prepared pan.
- Place the pan on a cookie sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 200°F and continue baking for an additional 75 minutes.
- Cooling and Serving:
- Cool the cheesecake completely on a wire rack before removing the rim of the pan.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake, uncovered, for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Allow the cheesecake to stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
This Banana Cream Cheesecake is a labor of love that results in a velvety, banana-infused dessert that will impress your friends and family. So, roll up your sleeves, gather these simple ingredients, and treat yourself to a slice of pure bliss. Enjoy!
