Cultured Palate: International Dishes from the Philippines
| February 7, 2018
Chicharon
Chicharon is a popular snack all over the Philippines. Essentially, they’re pieces of deep-fried pork skin. However, Filipinos have elevated the humble chicharon to an art form. There are tons of different variations all over the country — from chicharon laman (which still has pieces of meat attached, making it a thick and savory treat) to chicharon manok (which is actually made of chicken skin). Eat them plain, or dipped in vinegar and spices.
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