Chicharrones de Harina

Chicharrones de Harina are delightful, crispy Mexican snacks made from wheat flour tortillas that are fried until golden and crunchy. Perfect for dipping in salsas or enjoying on their own, these gluten-free bites are a must-try for snack lovers.

Ingredients

• Wheat flour - 1 cup
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 1/4 cup
• Vegetable oil - for frying
• Lime wedges - for serving

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the wheat flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. Divide the dough into small balls (about the size of a golf ball) and flatten each ball into thin discs using a rolling pin.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
5. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the flattened discs into the oil, frying them until they puff up and turn golden brown (about 1-2 minutes per side).
6. Remove the chicharrones from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
7. Serve warm with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a quick source of energy due to high carbohydrate content.
• Can be a part of a gluten-free diet if made with gluten-free ingredients.

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