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Cvarci (cvarci)

Crispy pork cracklings, the leftovers from rendering lard, traditionally eaten on bread. They are rustic snacks from Croatian peasant cooking, to nibble on while still warm.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

On the side

Instructions

  1. Cut the fatback into small cubes of about 1 cm and put them in a large cold frying pan.
  2. Add the sliced onion and a little water so the fat doesn't stick at the start.
  3. Render gently over medium-low heat for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring often.
  4. When the fat is clear and the pieces are golden and crispy, drain them on paper towels.
  5. Season lightly with salt and pepper, dust with paprika, and serve warm with bread.

Variations and tips

Smoked version. Add a pinch of smoked paprika to the rendering fat for a deeper flavour.

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