Low Fat Crispy Baked Pork Rinds
Indulge in the guilt-free crunch of homemade **Low Fat Crispy Baked Pork Rinds**, a healthier take on the classic snack! This oven-baked recipe transforms pork skin into ultra-crispy, golden bites with significantly reduced fat content. By boiling the pieces to remove excess fat and seasoning them with a flavorful blend of paprika, garlic, and onion powder, these pork rinds pack a bold taste without being greasy. The slow baking process at a low temperature ensures perfectly crispy results, making them an ideal keto-friendly, high-protein snack or a crunchy topping for salads and soups. Ready in just a few simple steps, this lean alternative to fried pork rinds is a must-try for snack lovers looking for a lighter option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pork skin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 1 bottle Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
To prepare the pork skin, use a sharp knife to remove any remaining fat from the backside of the skin, leaving only the skin layer. This step is crucial to ensure that the pork rinds become crispy instead of greasy.
Cut the pork skin into strips or small pieces, about 1 inch wide.
Place the pork skin pieces into a pot of boiling water and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. This will help remove any excess fat and start the rendering process.
Drain the pork skin pieces and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels. Removing as much moisture as possible is critical for achieving a crispy texture in the oven.
Transfer the dried pork skin pieces onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Lightly spray the pork skin pieces with olive oil spray on both sides.
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Sprinkle the spice mix evenly over the pork skin pieces.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 2 hours, or until the pork rinds are golden brown and crispy. Check them occasionally to ensure they're not burning.
Remove from the oven and let them cool completely; they'll crisp up further as they cool.
Once cooled, enjoy your homemade low-fat crispy baked pork rinds as a snack or a crunchy topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 377.4 g | 484% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.3 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 431 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 9621 mg | 418% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 277.3 g | 555% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 65 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
