Posted by Vicki
on January 16, 2026
What if we told you that your old favourite crunchy, salty, meaty snack just got a whole lot healthier?
Old-school pork scratchings taste great, but when it comes to snacks full of saturated fats, sugars and carbs, they’re pretty high on the list. But now is the time to welcome a lighter, leaner alternative that’s handmade by expert artisans to satisfy your cravings between meals without making you feel icky.
Our puffy pork chicharrónes are part of the heathier evolution of snacking – packing some serious flavour with none of the guilt.
Image: Will our light and crunchy chicharrónes be your new snack fave?
Why pork rind snacks are so popular
Originally, pork rind snacks, like the pork scratchings, came from the Black Country in the UK, where it was the tradition to fatten up a pig for Christmas, then deep fry the skin into delicious crunchy scratchings in an attempt to use the whole of the pig. They were satisfyingly salty and filling, but really healthy.
Enter today’s chicharrónes, inspired by a real British favourite, with a meaty crunch but without the unhealthy baggage.
A meat cut above the rest
The reason that these MORiSH pork rind snacks feel like magic in the mouth is the way they’re made. It’s not just any old cut of fatty meat; our pork chicharrónes earn their title as they’re cut directly from the back of the pig, where the meat is much leaner. This keeps the fat content lower and the protein benefits higher.
Moving into the modern day, we want to cut out the nasties and feel good about what we’re eating. However, we still keep the process true to those British origins. Each batch is carefully created by expert butchers in Staffordshire, which guarantees the quality.
The chicharrónes cooking process
When it comes to cooking, the pork rind is flash fried in its own fat, which makes it puff up into that light, crunchy, popcorn-like texture that’s so irresistible. That’s what gives our chicharrónes their signature texture and deep, savoury flavour we all love.
We wanted to retain the natural meaty flavour and move away from the fake flavours created by additives in other products. Because the rind is handcut and the process is so unique, you’ll find that all the pork snacks are unique too, with no two packs being the same. That’s testament to our artisan butchers.
Replace your snacking habits with healthy pork snacks
These traditional snacks with a modern kick are the best replacements for your normal healthy snacks. Instead of being bland, boring or full of fillers, these fabulous snacks sport a satisfying crunch with a real meaty flavour that’s simple, clean and grease-free.
The rind is flavoured with just a touch of sea salt – that’s it. No additives, no sugars and no excess fats. Perfect for a keto, paleo or low-carb diet with a big kick of natural protein to boost your energy (see nutritional values of chicharrónes).
No gimmicks, no greasy fingers, just the best quality pork to fuel your snacking obsession.
So, how quickly did those chicharrónes disappear? Spill the beans (or crumbs)! Share your snack shots on social media and tag @morishsnacks – we’re here for every bite and behind-the-scenes scoop 😎.
If you liked this blog, take a look at our recipe for spicy chicharron nachos.
