Cracklings

The residue left from rendered pork fat that has had the lard extracted.


A crunchy morsel of fibrous material from swine, remaining post-extraction of the adipose tissue.


The outer layer of a fresh ham that becomes crisp and brown when baked, usually scored before cooking to prevent it from affecting the meat’s shape. To achieve crispiness, it is rubbed with salt and brushed with oil.


 


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