Tacos de Chicharrón con Salsa de Tomatillo

Tacos de Chicharrón con Salsa de Tomatillo is a delicious midnight snack that combines crispy pork cracklings with a zesty tomatillo salsa, creating a burst of flavors and textures. Perfect for late-night cravings, these tacos are both satisfying and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

• Corn tortillas - 4 small
• Chicharrón (pork cracklings) - 200 grams
• Tomatillos - 250 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams
• Lime - 1 whole
• Garlic - 1 clove
• Jalapeño - 1 small
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Onion - 1 small, chopped

Steps

1. Begin by rinsing the tomatillos under warm water to remove any sticky residue. Remove the husks and chop them into quarters.
2. In a saucepan, add the chopped tomatillos, jalapeño (seeded and chopped), and garlic. Add enough water to cover the tomatillos and bring it to a boil. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the tomatillos are soft.
3. Once cooked, drain the tomatillos and transfer them to a blender. Add cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth to create the salsa, adjusting seasoning to taste.
4. In a separate pan, heat the chicharrón over medium heat until they become crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet for about 1 minute on each side until pliable.
6. To assemble, place a layer of chicharrón on each tortilla, top with chopped onion, and generously spoon over the tomatillo salsa.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the chicharrón, which supports muscle health.
• Tomatillos are rich in vitamins C and K, providing antioxidant benefits.

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