{"id":10640,"date":"2026-06-12T09:31:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T14:31:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recetas123.net\/frito-pastuso\/"},"modified":"2026-06-13T02:01:21","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T07:01:21","slug":"pastuso-fried-pork","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recetas123.net\/en\/pastuso-fried-pork\/","title":{"rendered":"Pastuso Fried Pork"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Frito Pastuso is one of the most iconic dishes from the Nari\u00f1o region in southern Colombia. This traditional preparation features different cuts of pork that are slowly cooked and then fried until crispy on the outside while remaining tender and juicy inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Especially popular around Pasto and throughout the Andean highlands of Nari\u00f1o, this dish is commonly served during family gatherings, local festivals, and regional celebrations. Its rich flavor and rustic preparation make it a cornerstone of traditional Nari\u00f1ense cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Pastuso Fried Pork<\/div>\n\t\t
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Preparaci\u00f3n<\/div>\n\t\t\t
15<\/span> mins<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Cocci\u00f3n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
1<\/span> hr<\/span> 15<\/span> mins<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Tiempo Total<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
1<\/span> hr<\/span> 30<\/span> mins<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\tCocina:<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\tColombian\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\tPorciones<\/span>: 5<\/span> <\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\tCalor\u00edas<\/span>: 720<\/span> kcal<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • 2.2 lb pork ribs, cut into pieces<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1.1 lb pork belly, diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1.1 lb pork shoulder or loin with skin<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 teaspoons salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 4 cups water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Preparation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Season the pork,<\/strong> combine the ribs, pork belly, and pork pieces with salt, pepper, and cumin until evenly coated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Pre-cook the meat,<\/strong> place everything in a large pot, add the water, and cook over medium heat for about 45 minutes or until the liquid is almost completely reduced and the meat is tender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Fry in its own fat,<\/strong> continue cooking after the water evaporates. The pork fat will render naturally and begin frying the meat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Develop the crust,<\/strong> stir occasionally and cook for another 20 to 30 minutes until all pieces are golden brown and crispy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Serve immediately,<\/strong> drain any excess fat and enjoy while hot with traditional side dishes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Chef’s Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Choose fatty cuts for authentic flavor and texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Cook slowly to ensure tender meat before frying.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Avoid adding oil; traditional recipes rely entirely on rendered pork fat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Traditional Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        • Some households include extra pork skin for additional cracklings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Certain regional versions are served with boiled hominy or toasted corn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Traditional Serving Style<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Serve hot with boiled potatoes, hominy corn, peanut chili sauce, toasted corn, and a simple fresh salad. Traditional regional beverages pair especially well with this dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Recommended Side Dishes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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          • Boiled potatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Hominy corn<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Peanut chili sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Toasted corn<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Fresh tomato and onion salad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Food Heritage Fact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Frito Pastuso is closely associated with the cultural traditions of Nari\u00f1o and is especially popular during the famous Carnival of Blacks and Whites, one of Colombia’s most important cultural celebrations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

            Frito Pastuso is one of the most iconic dishes from the Nari\u00f1o region in southern Colombia. This traditional preparation features different cuts of pork that are slowly cooked and then fried until crispy on the outside while remaining tender and juicy inside. Especially popular around Pasto and throughout the Andean highlands of Nari\u00f1o, this dish […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":10642,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[163,161],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10640","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-colombian-main-dishes","category-colombian-recipes","entry","has-media"],"yoast_head":"\nPastuso Fried Pork | Recetas123<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Make authentic Colombian Frito Pastuso with crispy pork, traditional flavors, and classic Nari\u00f1o-style preparation.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/recetas123.net\/en\/pastuso-fried-pork\/\" 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