Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsAmadaBraised Pork Belly Recipe

Braised Pork Belly Recipe

Inspired by Amada
Time2h 30m
Serves4

Jalapeno Cream Cheese, Pineapple Pepper Jelly

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork Belly

    Season the pork belly with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sear the pork belly on all sides until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Aromatics

    Remove the pork belly and set it aside. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Liquid and Braise

    Return the pork belly to the pot. Add chicken broth, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 2 hours or until the pork is tender.

  4. 4

    Make Jalapeno Cream Cheese

    In a bowl, mix the cream cheese with diced jalapeno until well combined. Set aside.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Slice the braised pork belly and serve with jalapeno cream cheese and a dollop of pineapple pepper jelly on the side.

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