How to Cook Fatback to Eat
- Blanch cured fatback by boiling it in water for several minutes before using it to cook with if you want to reduce the salty flavor.
- Cook fatback in a single layer, on medium heat, in a large pan or skillet. ...
- Flip the fatback if the edges curl to ensure even cooking.
Do you have to cook fatback?
The fatback is typically fried in a skillet, but you can bake it in the oven to render the fat and make it crispy. Fatback is also commonly used to flavor beans and greens. ... Bake the fatback for about 15 minutes to achieve a slightly crisp texture and light golden brown color.
Do you rinse fatback before frying?
Cure the fat for 12 days, flipping the pork every three days. This helps evenly distribute the cure. After 12 days to 2 weeks, remove the fatback and rinse it well. Pat it dry, then poke a hole about 1/2 inch away from one corner so you can run string through it to hang.
