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Nutritional Values
700kcal
20gProtein
—Carbs
75gFat
—Fibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Chicharrones de Boquete
How to order / say it
Say it
Chicharrones de Boquete — [Chee-cha-ro-nes de Bo-ke-te]
Order
I'd like the Chicharrones, please.
Locally
Quisiera los Chicharrones, por favor.
Say locally
Crispy pork belly pieces, a popular snack.
Why try it?
Symbolizing festive Panamanian culture, these chicharrones are a must-try for understanding local conviviality where food is central.
How it tastes
Crunchy on the outside with juicy, tender meat inside, seasoned with a touch of lime and salt.
Origin & History — first documented: 1890
Chicharrones became popular in Boquete in the late 19th century, with its rise linked to pig farming and local markets.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g pork belly
- 🧂 10 g salt
- 🍋 1 lime
- 🧂 5 g black pepper
- 🫒 500 ml vegetable oil
- 🧂 5 g garlic powder
Method
- 1 Season pork belly with lime, salt, and spices.
- 2 Heat oil and fry pork belly until crispy.
- 3 Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
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