Lowrey's Bacon Curls, microwave Pork Rinds (chicharrones)

• Case of 18, 1.75-ounce packets of original microwave pork rinds (31.5 total ounces)
• Contains only one gram of carbohydrate per serving
• 60% less fat than other pork rinds
• Perfect for low-carb snacking; just throw in microwave and eat
• Made in USA

Product Description

Flavor: original | Size: 1.75-Ounce Packages, (pack of 18)

Lowrey's Bacon Curls are available in Original and Hot & Spicy flavors. They’re not only delicious, they’re high in protein, and contain 60% less fat than fried pork rinds. Eat them right from the bag or with your favorite hot sauce, dip, salsa or barbecue sauce.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000UPFWW6
• UPC: 044900504428
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (431 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #345 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food)
  • #1 in Grocery & Gourmet Food > Snack Foods > Pork Rinds

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

41 of 44 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful if you can handle salt April 7, 2008

By Irreverent

Flavor Name:original| Size Name:1.75-Ounce Packages, (pack of 18)|Amazon Verified Purchase

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.

29 of 32 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Yummy, fresh pork rinds! February 28, 2008

By Jillbeast

Flavor Name:original|Size Name:1.75-Ounce Packages, (pack of 18)

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!).

21 of 24 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazingly Good! August 17, 2009

By D. Figueroa

Flavor Name:original| Size Name:1.75-Ounce Packages, (pack of 18)|Amazon Verified Purchase

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.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Hard To Cook February 28, 2009

By Robert V. Boston

Flavor Name:hot and spicy|Size Name:1.75-Ounce Packages, (pack of 18)

I don't know if I got a bad batch or something, but I could'nt get these to cook right. I followed the instructions and after about two minutes, the bag stoped expanding. I opened it and found everything badly burnt. the next bag I waited about one and a half minutes. I opened it and found half the chips uncooked. I never could find a time that either left some uncooked or some burnt. (I shook the bags and scattered the chips inside them well before microwaving each time)

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE THESE PORK RINDS February 1, 2010

By A. Abate

Flavor Name:original| Size Name:1.75-Ounce Packages, (pack of 18)|Amazon Verified Purchase

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.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Bacon Flavored Deliciousness! August 10, 2009

By Stefanie M. Paglinco

Flavor Name:original|Size Name:1.75-Ounce Packages, (pack of 18)

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.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Lowrey's Bacon Curls, Microwave pork rinds September 24, 2009

By Ralph S. Hoefelmeyer

Flavor Name:original| Size Name:1.75-Ounce Packages, (pack of 18)|Amazon Verified Purchase

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

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Hot Rinds April 14, 2008

By Ultimate Shopper

Flavor Name:hot and spicy|Size Name:1.75-Ounce Packages, (pack of 18)

These are really easy to cook in the microwave and are fresh and warm every time. They are part of my low carb diet and this is a great price.