Prep time20 minutes
Cook timeto fully render the
Total timeApproximately 3 to 4 hours, including drying time
Servingsthe final dish. Introduction Pork belly has long been treasured in many culinary traditions for its rich combination of meat and
Equipment
- Sharp knife or box cutter, for scoring the skin
- Cutting board
- Paper towels
- Wire rack set over a tray
- Air fryer
- Tongs
- Meat thermometer (optional but helpful)
- Sharp carving knife, for slicing
- Serving plate
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork belly, skin on
- 2 tablespoons coarse salt
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Additional Optional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon five-spice powder
- A few crushed garlic cloves and a thumb of ginger, for rubbing under the meat
- A drizzle of soy sauce, brushed onto the meat side
- A pinch of smoked paprika
- A sprinkle of fennel seeds
- A drizzle of honey, for a sticky glaze finish
- A squeeze of fresh lime juice, for serving
- Sliced scallions, for garnish
- A side of pickled vegetables, for serving
- A drizzle of chili oil, for a spicy finish
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Instructions
- Crispy air fryer pork belly can be frozen for future use, though the skin’s crispness will soften upon thawing.
- Allow the cooked pork belly to cool completely.
- Wrap tightly in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer-safe bag or container.
- Freeze for up to two months.
- Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- Reheat in the air fryer at a high temperature for a few minutes to help restore some crispness to the skin.
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Nutrition
Protein: Dietary · Fat: s Iron Vitamin B12 Zinc Selenium The exact nutritional content varies depending on the specific cut and seasoning used.
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