Crispy Pata

[Kenz]

Sometime good to share for a dinner gathering with a beer!

Ingredients:

• 1 pork hind leg (pata), about 3-4 pounds
• 6 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon whole peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon salt
• Water for boiling
• Cooking oil for deep-frying

For the dipping sauce:

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons vinegar
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-2 chili peppers, chopped (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, place the pork hind leg and add enough water to cover it.
2. Add crushed garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, and salt to the pot.
3. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the pork leg is tender. Add more water if needed to keep the pork submerged.
4. Once the pork leg is tender, remove it from the pot and drain excess liquid. Let it cool for a few minutes.
5. Heat cooking oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to 350°F (175°C).
6. Carefully lower the pork leg into the hot oil and deep-fry until the skin is crispy and golden brown, about 10-15 minutes. Be cautious as the oil may splatter.
7. Once the pork leg is crispy and golden brown, remove it from the oil and let it drain on a wire rack or paper towels to remove excess oil.
8. In a small bowl, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing together soy sauce, vinegar, chopped onion, minced garlic, chili peppers (if using), salt, and pepper.
9. Serve the crispy pata hot with the dipping sauce on the side.

Enjoy your crispy and flavorful Crispy Pata!

 

[Clint08]

Wow! That's a classic favorite. The crispy skin and tender meat are just irresistible. Thanks for sharing the recipe! I can't wait to give it a go and savor those delicious flavors.