Cooking Guide: Delicious Chicharrón with Spicy Viagra, Tostones, and Avocado
Get ready for a culinary adventure that’s bursting with flavor! This delightful dish features Chicharrón (crispy fried pork belly), paired with a unique spicy sauce known as “Spicy Viagra,” crunchy tostones (twice-fried green plantains), and creamy avocado. Perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying on your own, this recipe is sure to impress. Let’s jump right into it!
Full Ingredients
For the Chicharrón:
– 2 lbs pork belly, skin on
– 1 tablespoon salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Spicy Viagra Sauce:
– 1/4 cup mayonnaise
– 2 tablespoons ketchup
– 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
– 1 teaspoon lime juice
– 1 small garlic clove, minced
– Salt to taste
For the Tostones:
– 2 green plantains
– Vegetable oil (for frying)
– Salt (to taste)
For Serving:
– 1 ripe avocado, sliced
– Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Complete Guide and Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicharrón
1. Cut the Pork Belly: Cut the pork belly into large pieces, about 2 inches each.
2. Season: In a bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Rub this seasoning all over the pork belly pieces.
3. Cook the Pork: Place the seasoned pork belly in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for about 30 minutes until tender.
4. Fry: Remove the pork from the pot and let it cool slightly. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork belly pieces and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides. This should take about 10-15 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Step 2: Make the Spicy Viagra Sauce
1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt. Mix well until smooth.
2. Adjust seasoning according to your heat preference.
Step 3: Prepare Tostones
1. Cut Plantains: Peel the green plantains and cut them into about 1-inch thick slices.
2. Fry First Time: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the plantain slices for about 3-4 minutes until lightly golden but not fully cooked. Remove from oil and let cool slightly.
3. Smash: Using a flat surface or a tostonera (if available), gently smash each fried slice to flatten them.
4. Fry Again: Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry until they are crispy and golden brown; this takes another 3-4 minutes.
5. Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and sprinkle with salt.
Step 4: Assemble Your Dish
On a serving platter or individual plates, arrange the crispy chicharrón alongside the crunchy tostones and avocado slices. Drizzle generously with Spicy Viagra sauce or serve it on the side for dipping.
Useful Side Tips
– Pork Belly Alternatives: If you can’t find pork belly, you can use pork shoulder or ribs as an alternative.
– Tostones Tip: Make sure to use green plantains; ripe ones will not yield crispy tostones.
– Sauce Variations: Feel free to experiment by adding different spices or herbs to your Spicy Viagra sauce for extra flavor!
Nutritional Information (per serving)
*Based on recipe yielding approximately 4 servings:*
– Calories: Approximately 550 kcal
– Protein: 30g
– Carbohydrates: 40g
– Fat: 35g
– Fiber: 5g
*Note: Nutritional values may vary based on specific ingredients used.*
Cooking Time
The total time from preparation to serving is about 1 hour, including cooking time for each component.
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Dive into these flavors today—your taste buds will thank you! Enjoy cooking, Amarachi!
