Customer Reviews

Lowrey's Bacon Curls Microwave Pork Rinds, Original, 1.75-Ounce Packages, 18 Count

5 star:		(82)
4 star:		(16)
3 star:		(4)
2 star:		(13)
1 star:		(25)

 

 

I was delighted to be able to order these, since local stores no longer carry them. The bags contain what appear to be chips of pork skin that were parboiled in salt water, then flattened under high pressure. Be sure to shake them around to distribute them throughout the bag before cooking. They expand considerably in the bag during 1:00 to 2:00 of nuking, depending on the wattage, etc., but it is a slow expansion, unlike the vigorous popping of corn. Also, the bag only expands about half as much as with popcorn. When ready, these resemble the ones available in cellophane bags that were deep-fried, but these are far tastier, fresher, AND MUCH LOWER IN FAT AND CALORIES. A whole bag is 210 calories, about 50 calories from fat. This is less than the low-fat microwave popcorn I use. One bag, however, has 50% of the daily salt limit for an adult.

I especially like these sprinkled with garlic powder and dried marjoram (together). Other herbs and spices are interesting variations, such as sage or cumin or whatever else might appeal to you.

I love it, less than two minutes in the microwave and you have hot, crispy and fresh (key here...some of the already puffed ones in stores are stale) chicharrones, or pork rinds. I found these on a health food site and couldn't believe it, so I ordered a box. They are really yummy and as long as you don't overindulge, you should enjoy them every time you are seeking something crunchy and salty (and low in carbs!).

I do not like pre-cooked pork rinds, not even made fresh in the Mexican Carnecerias, but hubby likes them, so I decided to buy these.

I was shocked to find that they were light, airy and crispy. Some bags were saltier than others, but we've cooked up about 5 so far and the majority aren't overly salty.

Another reviewer mentioned watching them to figure out how long the cooking time should be. In our 1100 watt oven 40-43 seconds seems to be just right.

The key is to take them out the moment the bag has fully inflated. Leave them in too long and you end up with charcoal and not enough time will make them gummy.

Since I follow a fairly low carb regimen for health and weight reasons, I like the fact that these can be a perfect vehicle for guacamole and salsa without the carbs. I'm still trying to come up with more dip ideas that will go well with the flavoring.

I wish they'd put out a version that didn't have seasoned salt as I'd like them with just salt and/or garlic.

THIS WAS MY SECOND ORDER OF THIS PRODUCT. SOMETIMES ONE BAG CAN BE A LITTLE SALTY, BUT IN GENERAL, WE REALLY LIKE THEM. I PUT THEM IN OUR MICROWAVE FOR 2 MINUTES AND PRESTO, YOU HAVE WARM PORK RINDS. BE AWARE, THEY DO NOT MAKING A POPPING SOUND LIKE WHEN YOU MAKE MICROWAVE POPCORN, SO DON'T WORRY. JUST MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTION AND SHAKE THE BAG WELL TO MOVE THEM AROUND. YOU CAN'T SEEM TO FIND THEM IN THE STORE, SO IT'S GREAT THAT AMAZON CARRIES THEM ON THEIR SITE. FOR LESS THAN A DOLLAR A BAG, YOU HAVE WARM FRESH PORK RINDS.

How can pork be bad? Truly a technical food marvel. People are stunned and amazed at microwave pork rinds. Delicious!

I bought these for my dad and husband, who are doing the Atkin's diet. They love them! I live in New Jersey, so pork rinds are not that popular. I describe them to people as Funyuns texture with bacon flavor. They are very tasty, and calorie-wise, you get alot of bang for your buck. They are quite salty, however, which is not a downside for my family.

first, the good news: YES, these are really good.
the bad news: They are loaded with monosodium glutamate
Of course, this wasn't listed on Amazon as one of
the ingredients.
This is a good item if you're not sensitive to
MSG--
Now I have to go to the 7-11 and buy the fried pork
rinds to feed my addiction.

1 and 1/2 minutes and the smell will make you run for a cold drink. Open the bag and you are in bacon rind nervona. Albite a bit salty...just cut down on something else because these things are excellent as is... If you rated these less than 4 stars you didn't follow the directions, that's all there is to it. 10 minutes later and they are STILL popping in the bag...in most cases they won't last that long. PUT MORE IN THE BAG...

These are wonderful, we found them on vacation. I like the fact that you only use a small bag, no waste.

Will be ordering again soon.

Jeannie

Being a gluten sensitive individual, I was lured into a false sense of security when I read the simple ingredients on this Amazon info page.

Because I didn't first do my homework, and read the labels before I began consuming these, I ended up having a massive asthma attack. Just wanted to let everyone who has these sensitivities/allergies to avoid this product.