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Cracklins

Source of Recipe

From "Kevin Belton's New Orleans Celebrations" by Kevin Belton


List of Ingredients

â—¦  Vegetable oil, for frying
â—¦  8 pounds pork belly, cut into 1-inch squares
â—¦  Creole seasoning, for sprinkling


Recipe

Fill a large cast iron pot halfway with oil and heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 375 degrees.

Add the pork belly to the oil and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown and the skins begin to float, crack, and pop, about one hour. Drain on a sheet pan lined with paper towels and allow to cool for 30 minutes.

Heat the oil to 375 degrees and fry a second time, stirring occasionally, until the cracklins are crisp and golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain on a sheet pan lined with paper towels. Sprinkle liberally with Creole seasoning and serve for snacking.

Makes 3 to 5 pounds cracklins