Tortas de Chicharrones

Tortas de Chicharrones are delicious, crunchy tortillas made from crispy pork cracklings, offering a unique twist on traditional Spanish snacks. This Paleo-friendly dish is perfect for satisfying cravings while keeping your diet clean and healthy.

Ingredients

• Pork cracklings - 100 grams
• Almond flour - 150 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the pork cracklings, almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Add the eggs to the mixture and stir until a dough forms.
4. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a round, flat torta about 1 cm thick.
5. Place the tortas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before enjoying.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb and Paleo diets.

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