WE LOVE FRIED PORK RINDS for their crunch, but it’s worth getting to know their softer side, too. In his second Slow Food Fast recipe, Houston chef Hugo Ortega calls for simmering the savory snack, ...

When it comes to texture and flavor, few snacks rival a perfectly puffed piece of chicharrón. Light, airy, and explosively crunchy, these homemade pork rinds are in a league of their own. While the ...

turning color and blistering. Then remove from heat and place them in a blender. blend to a chunky consistency, add salt to taste. Place oil and sliced onions in a sauce pan at medium heat until the ...

This bowl of rice noodles tossed with shrimp balls, cabbage, and snow peas in a rich sauce is savory and comforting. The crushed chicharrones on top lend each bite some crunch, while the cilantro ...

Did you all watch the Super Bowl this past Sunday? Well, you probably did, and here’s hoping that your team won (since I’m writing this prior to the big game, it’s all a mystery to me). Sunday wasn’t ...

Many people might know chicharrónes as a dried snack food — pork rinds. But in Latin cuisine, they also are fried chunks of pork that, in this dish, add a touch of decadence and crispy texture to ...

The phone’s persistent ringing is what finally got me out of bed. It was early on a Friday morning. I was taking advantage of my shift starting a little later on Fridays and was sleeping in. “Ani?” It ...

This is an impressive and beautiful but quick weeknight dinner. It's perfect for dinner for one or date night. It also highlights the beauty and freshness of summer strawberries. I eat a lot of ...

Instructions: Place the shredded cabbage in a small glass bowl. Pour liquid from the can of jalapeños over the cabbage, toss well and allow to marinate for about 10 minutes, while you prepare the ...