Chicharron en Salsa Verde Recipe

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Chicharron en Salsa Verde
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  1. Place the tomatillos, jalapenos, and water in a blender or a food processor. Puree just until chunky, then add the onion, garlic, cilantro, and salt and puree for about 2 minutes more, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary, until no large chunks remain.
  2. In a large castiron skillet, heat the lard over mediumhigh heat. Add the blended salsa and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes, or until reduced and thickened. Reduce the heat a little and add the Chicharron. Cover, and continue cooking for about 5 minutes more, or until the Chicharron is soft but not mushy (this may take more or less time, depending on the thickness and freshness of the Chicharron). Serve the Chicharron with warm tortillas, refried pinto beans, and rice. Serve the garnishes in small bowls, for sprinkling at the table.
  3. Note: Chicharron, or fried pigskin, is sometimes available freshly made at good Mexican butchers and markets. It is crusty, golden, and has a unique savory flavor. It is usually kept under a hot lamp. Because it takes a long time to prepare, not many butchers bother, but it is worth calling around to find this unusual product. It bears no resemblance to the pork rind sold in bags.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1532.44 Kcal (6416 kJ)
Calories from fat 930.94 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 103.44g 159%
Cholesterol 33.15mg 11%
Sodium 5599.88mg 233%
Potassium 414.42mg 9%
Total Carbs 100.21g 33%
Sugars 5.37g 21%
Dietary Fiber 6.18g 25%
Protein 54.61g 109%
Vitamin C 34mg 57%
Iron 1mg 6%
Calcium 44.5mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 676.38 Kcal (2832 kJ)
Calories from fat 410.89 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 45.65g 159%
Cholesterol 14.63mg 11%
Sodium 2471.64mg 233%
Potassium 182.91mg 9%
Total Carbs 44.23g 33%
Sugars 2.37g 21%
Dietary Fiber 2.73g 25%
Protein 24.1g 109%
Vitamin C 15mg 57%
Iron 0.4mg 6%
Calcium 19.7mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 38.5
    Points
  • 42
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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