Crispy Pata
Crispy Pata is a delicious Filipino dish made from a whole pork leg that's been simmered until tender, then deep-fried until the skin becomes incredibly crispy and golden. The result is a flavorful and succulent meat with a satisfying crunch. Crispy Pata is often served with a tangy dipping sauce and paired with steamed rice.
Ingredients
- 5 pounds whole pork leg
- 6 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 cups water
- Cooking oil for deep frying
Dipping Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1 red onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 chili pepper (optional), chopped
Instructions
- n a large pot, combine the pork leg, crushed garlic, salt, ground black pepper, and bay leaves. Pour in the water and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours until the meat is tender. You can add more water if needed.
- Once the meat is tender, carefully remove the pork leg from the pot and let it cool for a few minutes. This step helps in achieving a crispy skin.
- While the meat is cooling, heat cooking oil in a deep fryer or a large pot until it reaches around 350°F (175°C).
- Gently place the pork leg into the hot oil, skin-side down. Be cautious as the oil may splatter. Deep fry it for about 10-15 minutes or until the skin becomes crispy and golden. Flip it over and fry for another 10-15 minutes to ensure the entire pork leg is cooked evenly.
- Once the pork leg is crispy and golden, carefully remove it from the oil and let any excess oil drip off. Place it on a wire rack or a plate lined with paper towels to absorb the excess oil.
- For the dipping sauce, combine soy sauce, vinegar, chopped red onion, minced garlic, and chili pepper (if desired) in a small bowl. Stir well to mix all the ingredients.
- Slice the Crispy Pata into serving pieces, and it's ready to be enjoyed!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 356kcal (18%)Carbohydrates: 3g (1%)Protein: 63g (126%)Fat: 8g (12%)Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 187mg (62%)Sodium: 1540mg (67%)Potassium: 1002mg (29%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 83IU (2%)Vitamin C: 10mg (12%)Calcium: 51mg (5%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
