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🍴 Chef Ed’s Fried Pork Chunks with Guacamole

Description:

A crispy, juicy pork dish bursting with Latin flavor, paired with creamy guacamole. A street-food classic elevated with Chef Ed’s signature seasoning blend.

đź•’ Prep Time: 15 minutes

đź•’ Cook Time: 45 minutes

🍽️ Serves: 4

âś… Ingredients

For the Fried Pork Chunks:

  • 2 lbs pork shoulder (cut into 2-inch chunks)
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar or sour orange juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup water
  • Oil for frying (canola or vegetable)

For the Guacamole:

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 lime (juiced)
  • ½ red onion, finely diced
  • 1 Roma tomato, dicedGrilled Steak, Tacos, Guacamole, Mexican Food, Street Tacos, Skirt Steak, Flank Steak, Grilling Recipes, BBQ, Summer Recipes, Taco Tuesday, Easy Dinner, Weeknight Meal, Avocado, Lime, Cilantro, Gluten-Free, Homemade Guacamole, Taco Bar, Fresh Ingredients, Quick Meals, Charred Steak, Marinated Steak, Latin Cuisine, Party Food, Tex-Mex, Family Dinner, Foodie, Spicy Food, Outdoor Cooking, Meat Lovers, Protein-Packed, Taco Night, Corn Tortillas, Flour Tortillas, Food Photography, Food Styling, Backyard BBQ, Fast Dinner, Healthy Fats, Jalapeño, Red Onion, Lime Juice, Savory Dishes, Fresh Salsa, Meal Prep, Comfort Food, Main Course, Crowd Pleaser, Classic Tacos
  • 1 jalapeño, deseeded & finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
  • Salt to taste

🔥 Instructions

1. Season the Pork

Place pork chunks in a bowl. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, vinegar, and toss well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (overnight if possible).

2. Simmer First

Transfer pork into a wide pot. Add smashed garlic, bay leaf, and 1 cup of water. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook over medium heat until the water evaporates and pork begins to render its fat (~30 minutes).

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Once water is gone, reduce heat to medium-low. Let pork fry in its own fat or add a splash of oil. Cook until golden brown and crispy on the edges, turning occasionally (15–20 minutes).

4. Make the Guacamole

Mash avocados in a bowl. Stir in lime juice, onion, tomato, jalapeño, and cilantro. Season with salt to taste. Keep chilled.

5. Serve

Serve crispy pork chunks hot with a generous scoop of guacamole. Optionally garnish with lime wedges and extra cilantro.

Can be accompaied with warm flour or corn tortillas, corn chips, Nachos etc.

đź“Ś Chef Ed Tips

  • Want extra flavor? Add a dash of smoked paprika or a splash of beer while simmering.
  • Serve with tostones, rice, or warm tortillas for a full meal.

đź“· Suggested Image Tags:

  • Close-up of crispy pork chunks with guacamole on rustic plate
  • Overhead shot with cilantro, lime, and tortillas on side
  • Action shot of pork sizzling in pan

 

đź“š References & Inspirations:

  • Traditional Dominican and Puerto Rican “masitas de puerco”
  • Mexican chicharrĂłn recipes
  • Rick Bayless’s guacamole base technique
  • Family-style pork recipes from Chef Ed’s kitchen