Whole30 Perfect Pork Crackle
Satisfy your cravings for the ultimate crunchy snack with this "Whole30 Perfect Pork Crackle" recipe! Designed with bold flavors and a crispy texture in mind, this Whole30-compliant treat features golden, blistered pork skin seasoned with garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and a hint of black pepper. The scoring technique ensures the crackle turns irresistibly crisp, while coconut oil adds a subtle richness. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a foolproof roasting method, this snack is perfect as a stand-alone savory bite or a flavorful accompaniment to Whole30 meals. Gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and absolutely addictive, this recipe is your key to crunchy perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Pork skin
- 2 teaspoons Sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Gently lay the pork skin flat on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, score the skin in a cross-hatch pattern, being careful not to cut too deeply into the underlying fat.
Rub the pork skin generously with sea salt, ensuring it gets into the scored sections. This will help to draw out moisture and aid in creating a crispy texture.
In a small saucepan, melt the coconut oil over low heat. Stir in the garlic powder, smoked paprika, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
Brush the spiced coconut oil mixture over the pork skin evenly, making sure the entire surface is coated.
Line a large baking tray with parchment paper. Place a wire rack on top and set the pork skin on the rack, scored side up. This will allow the fat to drip away and help the skin crisp up evenly.
Roast in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, checking occasionally to ensure it's crisping properly. The skin should become golden and blistered.
Once cooked, remove the pork crackle from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. It will continue to crisp up as it cools.
Break the cooled pork crackle into bite-sized pieces and serve as a snack or accompaniment to your favorite Whole30 meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2991 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.1 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.7 g | 454% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 475 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 12654 mg | 550% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 305.9 g | 612% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 91 mg | 2% | |
*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.
