Pressed chicharrón tacos

Name: Pressed chicharrón tacos
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexicana
Ingredients: 1/4 onions; 2 cloves garlic; 2 tomatoes, in quarters; 3 guajillo chiles, seedless and deveined, hydrated; 2 morita chiles, seedless and deveined, hydrated; salt and pepper; 2 cups pressed pork rinds, chopped; corn tortillas, hot; vegetable oil, for frying the tacos; salsa, mashed; sour cream; queso fresco, crumbled

alexandra romero

Get to work and enjoy these pressed chicharrón tacos, as it is a very Mexican yet innovative recipe. This dish combines the crispy texture of the pressed chicharrón wrapped in corn tortillas, resulting in a flavorful bite.

Did you know? The pressed chicharrón is made from the leftovers of chicharrón that is fried in large pots. It is often used to make gorditas, quesadillas, and other snacks and garnishes.

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Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 14-10-2024

Preparation

15 mins

20 mins

Low

Blend the onion, garlic, tomato, guajillo chili, morita chili, salt, and pepper. Set aside. Cook the pressed chicharrón in a skillet for 5 minutes or until lightly golden and it has released some fat. Add the salsa and cook for 10 minutes over low heat. Let cool. Fill the tortillas with the chicharrón, assemble the tacos, and secure them with a toothpick. Fry the pressed chicharrón tacos in a pot with enough oil over medium heat for 5 minutes. Remove and place on a plate with paper towels. Serve the pressed chicharrón tacos and garnish with cream, cheese, and salsa.