Description
Crispy Pork Belly Slices with Cider is a show-stopping dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect combination of crunch and flavor. The golden, crackling skin encases tender meat infused with the sweet notes of apple cider, making it ideal for gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Impress family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a memorable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork belly
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme (or rosemary)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Score the pork belly skin in shallow cuts.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper, then rub in minced garlic and fresh herbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; sear pork belly skin-side down until crispy (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in apple cider around the pork belly and bring to a simmer.
- Transfer to the oven and roast for 2 hours.
- Increase temperature to 450°F (230°C) for an additional 30 minutes until skin is perfectly crispy.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Pork
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg