Best Stop Cracklin
- Oil, such as canola oil, hog lard or vegetable oil, for frying
- 15 pounds pork belly, cut into 1-inch squares
- Cajun seasoning, such as Best Stop Cajun Seasoning, for sprinkling
- Fill a cast-iron pot halfway with oil and heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees F.
- Add the pork belly to the oil and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown and the skins begin to float, crack and pop, about 1 hour.
- Drain on a sheet tray lined with paper towel and allow to cool for 30 minutes.
- Again, heat the oil to 350 degrees F and fry a second time, stirring occasionally, until the cracklings are crisp and golden, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Drain on a sheet tray lined with paper towel.
- Sprinkle liberally with Cajun seasoning.
- Allow to cool slightly and serve.
oil, pork belly, cajun seasoning
Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/best-stop-cracklin.html (may not work)