Short Cuts To Glory - Recipes - Pork Crackling

The video features Okine, a comedian and food enthusiast, who visits top Australian chefs to learn cooking tips. He shares a personal story about his love for crackling and embarks on a mission to perfect it. The video covers the preparation of a crispy crackling pork shoulder with apple slaw, detailing steps like scoring the skin, seasoning, and cooking techniques. The process includes drying the pork in the fridge, slow cooking, and making apple slaw as a side dish. The video concludes with final tips for achieving perfect crackling.

What is Okine's main goal in the kitchen?

• To learn how to bake desserts

• To open his own restaurant

• To become a professional chef

• To perfect the art of making crackling

What tool is essential for scoring the pork skin?

• A Stanley knife

• A butter knife

• A cleaver

• A carving knife

Why is the pork shoulder placed in the fridge for 6 hours?

• To infuse flavors

• To tenderize the meat

• To dry out the skin for better crackling

• To marinate the meat

What is the initial cooking temperature for the pork shoulder?

• 200 degrees

• 180 degrees

• 160 degrees

• 140 degrees

What ingredient is NOT used in the apple slaw?

• Mayonnaise

• Apple cider vinegar

• Peanuts

• Green apple

What is the purpose of adding green apple to the slaw?

• To add crunch

• To cut through the fat

• To add color

• To add sweetness

What is a suggested last resort if the crackling isn't perfect?

• Add more salt

• Remove the fat layer and cook separately

• Use a blowtorch

• Re-cook the entire dish