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Crispy Pata
Filipino Crispy Pork Leg
A beloved Filipino celebration dish, Crispy Pata features a whole pork leg (trotter) that is first braised until tender, then deep-fried to achieve an incredibly crispy, golden-brown skin and succulent meat. It's a showstopper that's perfect for special occasions.
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- 1.5 kg Pork leg (trotter), bone-in
- enough to cover Water
- 3-4 Bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon Whole black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- as needed Vegetable oil or other neutral oil
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce
- 1/4 cup White vinegar
- 2-3 cloves Garlic
- to taste Chili peppers (like bird's eye)
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- 1
Prepare the pork leg for boiling. Place the cleaned pork leg in a large pot. Add enough water to completely submerge the pork leg. Add the bay leaves, whole black peppercorns, and salt.
- 2
Boil the pork leg until tender. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender. Skim off any scum that rises to the surface during the first few minutes of boiling.
โฑ๏ธ 1.5 - 2 hours - 3
Cool and dry the pork leg thoroughly. Carefully remove the boiled pork leg from the pot and let it cool slightly. Pat it completely dry with paper towels. This is a crucial step for achieving crispy skin; any moisture will prevent it from crisping up properly. For best results, refrigerate the dried pork leg uncovered for at least 1 hour, or even overnight, to further dry out the skin.
โฑ๏ธ 1 hour (minimum) - 4
Heat the oil for deep frying. Pour vegetable oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, ensuring it's at least 4-6 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 175ยฐC (350ยฐF). Use a thermometer to ensure accuracy. If you don't have a thermometer, a small piece of pork skin should sizzle vigorously and float to the surface immediately when dropped into the hot oil.
- 5
Deep fry the pork leg until crispy. Carefully lower the dried pork leg into the hot oil, ensuring it is fully submerged. Fry for about 20-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin is deeply golden brown, puffed up, and crackling. Be cautious as the oil may splatter. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain the oil temperature.
โฑ๏ธ 20 - 30 minutes - 6
Drain and rest. Remove the Crispy Pata from the hot oil using tongs or a spider strainer and place it on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain any excess oil. Let it rest for about 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows the skin to become even crispier.
โฑ๏ธ 10 - 15 minutes - 7
Prepare the dipping sauce (sawsawan). In a small bowl, combine soy sauce and white vinegar. Stir in minced garlic and sliced chili peppers if desired. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- 8
Serve. Present the Crispy Pata whole or chopped into serving pieces. Serve immediately with the prepared dipping sauce on the side.
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- โEnsuring the pork leg is completely dry before frying is paramount for achieving that signature crispy skin. Consider air-drying it in the refrigerator overnight.
- โUse a deep pot and plenty of oil for safe and even deep-frying. Monitor the oil temperature closely; too low and the skin won't crisp, too high and it will burn before the inside is heated through.
- โThe crackling, crispy skin is the star of Crispy Pata. Don't rush the frying process; aim for a deep golden-brown color and audible crackles.
- โThe boiling liquid can be strained and frozen for future use as a flavorful pork broth.
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- Garlic Crispy Pata: Add several cloves of garlic (whole or smashed) to the boiling liquid. You can also add fried garlic bits to the dipping sauce.
- Boneless Crispy Pata: While less traditional, some recipes involve deboning the pork leg after boiling and before frying for easier eating.