Pork Rind
Pork Rind
Pork rind is the culinary term for the skin of a pig. It can be used in many different ways.
It can be fried or roasted in pork fat to produce the snack called pork rinds.
It can be fried or roasted in pork fat to produce the snack called pork rinds.
Ingredients
- Pork Skin
- Salt and Black Pepper
- Oil
Instructions
- Use skin within 3 days of purchase, as the high moisture content makes it subject to quick spoilage.
- With a sharp knife, cut the skins into strips about 1" wide.
- In a large pot, cover the skins with water and boil for about 30 minutes with the lid on.
- Salt the wet skins with a hand. If you wish you can season it with your favorite hot sauce.
- Place the now puffed up strips fat side down in a smoker or grill and smoke over indirect heat at about 225°F for an hour. Then crank it to about 400°F indirect heat for 45 minutes.
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