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If you have ever been asked to bring home chicharon after a trip, you already know how serious Filipinos are about this snack. It is not just something you munch on while watching TV. It is pasalubong. It is pulutan. It is ulam when you do not feel like cooking.
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Sta. Maria in Bulacan is known as the chicharon capital of the Philippines, with an industry that dates back to the early 1900s. Since then, other provinces have created their own versions, from bagnet to tuna skin to mushroom chicharon.
The good news? You no longer have to travel far to get the best ones. Many of these brands are now available online.

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Satisfy your cravings with this keto-friendly chicharon! Obet’s Chicharon is a popular snack for people on a low-carb diet. There’s no need to deprive yourself of this crunchy and delicious treat, but always remember: The best way to enjoy chicharon is to eat it in moderation!
Obet’s Chicharon is a homegrown brand from Sta. Maria, Bulacan; so, set high expectations because their products surely won’t disappoint.

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Also a product of the chicharon capital, Kelvin’s Chicharon is making a name for itself as a must-try brand. This mouth-watering goodness (which, by the way, makes me want to cook ginisang munggo right now) is also available online.
Don’t get overwhelmed with the many options. Calm yourself down — there’s a lot of chicharon in the Philippines for everyone!

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When it comes to chicharon, you can’t just have one bite. Nonie’s Chicharon Bagnet also offers keto-friendly products at low costs. Resellers can also take advantage of their factory prices for extra income. Who knows? With hard work and perseverance, you might find your fortune in a pack of these savoury snacks!
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Butcheron is yet another product of Filipino inventiveness and resourcefulness. They make a perfect snack and an excellent pulutan flavoured with the right amount of spices, enough to finish it in one sitting!

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It’s always exciting to see our crowd-favourite chicken isaw develop into something we can eat anytime, anywhere. Ashley’s Fried Isaw will surely satisfy your street food cravings, while letting you support a local business.
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Fun snacks without the guilt? This mushroom chicharon is for you. Pavia’s Special Mushroom is FDA-approved and has no preservatives. With each bite, you’ll reap the health benefits of oyster mushrooms that contain antioxidants, antibiotics, and other vitamins and minerals!
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Ready for your next putok-batok meal? Best paired with hot rice and vinegar, this chicharon bulaklak tastes so good that it will make you completely forget your diet. The typical preparation of this snack is a lot of work, making this ready-to-eat product genuinely heaven-sent!
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Straight from the Tuna Capital of the Philippines’, this tuna skin pop won’t disappoint. They’re keto-friendly and made of 100% pure tuna skin. The good news? You no longer have to travel all the way to General Santos, because VL Tuna Skin Pop is now available online.
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It’s amazing how creativity, practicality, and resourcefulness paved the way for the popularity of different chicharon in the Philippines. There is no doubt that with our special innovative skills, there will be more local products that we’ll all be proud of!
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