Chicharron

Chicharrón is a very popular Mexican snack that mainly consists of pork rinds or pork skin that have been deep fried. They are crispy, salty, and have a delicious meaty flavour that makes them pretty irresistible. It’s normal to serve chicharron with a spicy salsa and a cold beer alongside, or accompanying tequila or mezcal. Chicharron is often served as a “botana” or little snack to have before a meal, something small to share while you wait for the main course. You can also find homemade chicharrones sold in Mexican market stalls. They come in big pieces or sheets, that you can break into smaller bits and enjoy with a freshly made salsa and some lime. Another popular accompaniment for chicharrones is guacamole. You often see a good guacamole served alongside this savoury snack. To prepare pork chicharrones at home you will need a piece of pork rind with some of the fat and a bit of the meat attached. This is normally found at your local butcher, or sometimes even in mainstream supermarkets. Our chicharron recipe is one that anyone can prepare at home. We love serving our Mexican pork rinds with hot Gran Luchito Mango Habanero Salsa or mild Gran Luchito Tomatillo Salsa. Don’t forget to make our recipe for perfect homemade Guacamole and have some fresh limes on the side.

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