Recipe

Makassar-style Chifrijo

Savory Makassar Fusion: Chifrijo with a Twist

4.5 out of 5

Indulge in the flavors of Makassar cuisine with this unique twist on the classic Costa Rican dish, Chifrijo. Makassar-style Chifrijo combines the vibrant ingredients and spices of Makassar cuisine with the hearty and comforting elements of the original dish.

Appetizer› Chifrijo

Cuisine of the Americas› Central American cuisine› Costa Rican cuisine

Asian cuisine› Indonesian cuisine› Acehnese cuisine› Makassar cuisine

Preparation time

15 minutes

Cooking time

N/A

Total time

15 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free, Low-carb, High-protein

Allergens

Shrimp

Not suitable for

Vegan, Vegetarian, Paleo, Keto, Halal

Ingredients

In the Makassar-style Chifrijo, we incorporate Makassar flavors by using traditional spices and herbs in the salsa. Additionally, we replace some of the original ingredients with Makassar-specific ingredients to enhance the dish's authenticity and taste. We alse have the original recipe for Chifrijo, so you can check it out.

2 cups (400g) pork cracklings 2 cups (400g) pork cracklings
1 cup (200g) cooked black beans 1 cup (200g) cooked black beans
1 red onion, finely chopped 1 red onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
2 green chilies, finely chopped 2 green chilies, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon palm sugar 1 teaspoon palm sugar
1 teaspoon shrimp paste 1 teaspoon shrimp paste
Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Salt, to taste Salt, to taste

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 8g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 2g
Protein: 25g
Fiber: 3g
Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1.
In a bowl, combine the red onion, tomatoes, green chilies, lime juice, soy sauce, palm sugar, and shrimp paste to make the Makassar-style salsa. Set aside.
2.
In a serving dish, layer the pork cracklings and black beans.
3.
Pour the Makassar-style salsa over the cracklings and beans.
4.
Garnish with fresh cilantro.
5.
Season with salt to taste.
6.
Serve immediately.

Treat your ingredients with care...

Pork cracklings — Make sure the cracklings are crispy and well-drained to add the perfect texture to the dish.

Tips & Tricks

For a spicier kick, add more green chilies to the Makassar-style salsa.
Serve the Chifrijo with a side of Makassar-style pickles for an extra burst of flavor.
If pork cracklings are not available, you can substitute them with crispy fried bacon.

Serving advice

Serve the Makassar-style Chifrijo as a main dish for lunch or dinner. It pairs well with a side of steamed rice or tortilla chips.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some additional chopped cilantro on top of the dish. Serve it in a colorful bowl or on a banana leaf for an authentic touch.