Lechon Kawali: Crispy Perfection of Deep Fried Pork Belly

The Homemaker’s Cookbook Recipe No. 26. “Lechon Kawali: Crispy Perfection of Deep Fried Pork Belly”

Lechon Kawali is a popular Filipino dish that consists of a deep-fried pork belly, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. It is a perfect dish for special occasions and family gatherings, and it goes well with rice, vegetables, or a dipping sauce of your choice.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6-8

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 23g
• Carbohydrates: 0g
• Fat: 42g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Cholesterol: 85mg
• Sodium: 410mg
• Potassium: 390mg
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 0g
• Vitamin A: 0IU
• Vitamin C: 0mg
• Calcium: 10mg
• Iron: 1mg

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds pork belly, skin on, divided into 4 sections
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 cups water
• 4 cups cooking oil (for deep-frying)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine the pork belly, salt, black pepper, bay leaves, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Lower the heat and let the pork belly simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the meat is tender.
3. Remove the pork belly from the pot and let it cool for a few minutes.
4. In a deep frying pan or a wok, heat the cooking oil over high heat.
5. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the pork belly to the pan, skin side down. Fry until the skin is golden brown and crispy, about 10-15 minutes.
6. Flip the pork belly over and fry the other side for another 10-15 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and crispy on all sides.
7. Remove the pork belly from the pan and let it cool for a few minutes.
8. Cut the pork belly into 2-inch cubes using a sharp knife.
9. Serve hot with rice, vegetables, or a dipping sauce of your choice.

Enjoy your crispy and flavorful Filipino Lechon Kawali! This dish is high in fat and calories, so it is best to consume it in moderation. However, it is also a good source of protein and contains essential nutrients such as iron and potassium.

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