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RCI-SN.002.0079.001

Chicharon I

Chicharon I from the Recidemia collection

vegetarian
Prep30 min
Cook45 min
Total75 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner

Ingredients

  • a piece of pork skin about 1 to 2 pounds (you can usually find pork skin at supermarket or at your butcher.)
    1 unit
  • ½ cup
  • 1 unit
  • four tablespoons of oregano
    1 unit

Method

1
Gather all ingredients and measure out the required amount of sofrito, ensuring it is fresh or properly thawed if previously frozen.
5 minutes
2
Heat a medium-sized heavy-bottomed pan or skillet over medium heat until it is evenly warmed.
3 minutes
3
Add the sofrito to the heated pan and sauté, stirring frequently, until the aromatics are fragrant and the mixture deepens slightly in color.
8 minutes
4
Season the sofrito mixture with salt and pepper to taste, stirring well to evenly distribute the seasoning throughout.
2 minutes
5
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sofrito to continue cooking gently, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to meld the flavors together.
10 minutes
6
Taste the mixture and adjust salt and pepper as needed before removing the pan from the heat.
2 minutes
7
Remove the pan from the heat and allow the prepared sofrito base to rest briefly before using it as the primary seasoning component in your dish.
3 minutes