Porco na banha

Porco na banha is a traditional method of preserving pork by storing it in its own rendered fat. This technique, often used in rural areas, involves slowly cooking seasoned pork cuts such as belly, shoulder, or ribs in their own fat until tender.

The cooked pork is then packed into jars or containers and covered with the rendered fat to create an airtight seal, allowing it to be preserved for several months. Rich and savory, porco na banha is typically served with bread, potatoes, or rice, making it a hearty and flavorful dish suitable for colder months.