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Tangy Barbecue Spicy Pork Cracklings with Extra Barbecue Sauce
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork belly, skin-on, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and barbecue sauce.
- Add the pork belly pieces to the bowl and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- Heat oil in a deep pot or fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully add the marinated pork belly pieces to the hot oil and fry in batches for 8-10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Remove the pork cracklings from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Season with salt while still hot.
- Transfer the crispy pork cracklings to a large bowl and drizzle with extra barbecue sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve the tangy barbecue spicy pork cracklings with extra barbecue sauce immediately and enjoy!
Tangy Barbecue Spicy Pork Cracklings with extra barbecue sauce have a rich history rooted in Southern barbecue traditions. This crispy, flavorful snack has its origins in the American South, where pitmasters and chefs perfected the art of slow-cooking and smoking pork. The addition of extra barbecue sauce adds a bold, tangy flavor that sets this dish apart. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in renowned barbecue joints and soul food restaurants across the South. The key to making this dish shine is in the quality of the pork and the balance of spices in the barbecue sauce. Whether enjoyed as a snack or a side dish, these cracklings are a true Southern delicacy.
75 min
6 servings
320 per serving calories
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