Cooking Process:
- Prepare the Lard:
- Start with lard, ensuring any bones are removed.
- Cut the lard into pieces of suitable size.
- Prepare the Marinade:
- Boil water in a pan and add salt.
- Once boiling, add your chosen spices and boil for three minutes to infuse the flavors into the water.
- Layering:
- Place a layer of lard in a suitable container.
- Sprinkle generously with garlic and your preferred spices.
- Continue layering lard, garlic, and spices until all the lard is used, ensuring each layer is well-seasoned.
- Marinade Application:
- Pour the hot marinade over the layers of lard and spices.
- Gently shake the container to distribute the spices evenly.
- Cooling and Salting:
- Close the container and let it cool on the table.
- Once cooled, place a weight on top to ensure the lard stays submerged.
- Refrigerate the container for 3 days to allow the lard to properly absorb the flavors and salt.
- Final Preparation:
- After 3 days, take out the lard from the refrigerator.
- Blot it with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Store it again in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Serving:
- Enjoy your homemade lard as a delicious snack on black bread or as part of a festive meal. It’s sure to impress with its incredible flavor!
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