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Tocino
Sweet, cured pork that’s pan-fried until it’s caramelized and delicious.
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🗣️ Name & Pronunciation
Tocino (toh-SEE-noh) – comes from the Spanish word “tocino,” which traditionally refers to pork belly or salted pork fat. Spain’s version is usually uncured pork fat or bacon-like cuts, used in cooking rather than eaten on its own.