Pork Rind Maccheroni

Pork Rind Maccheroni is a delightful low-carb Italian pasta dish that uses crispy pork rinds for a unique twist on traditional maccheroni. This savory and satisfying meal is perfect for those looking to indulge without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Pork rinds - 100 grams
• Heavy cream - 120 ml
• Grated Parmesan cheese - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh basil - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a blender or food processor, pulse the pork rinds until they resemble fine crumbs.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pork rinds, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
4. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into maccheroni-shaped pieces.
7. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the baked maccheroni pieces and fry until crispy on all sides, about 5 minutes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 7 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 36 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle health.
• Low in carbs, making it suitable for ketogenic and low-carb diets.

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