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Ingredients
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Pork Belly
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pork Belly
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern. Rub the pork belly all over with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Sear the Pork Belly
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork belly skin-side down and sear for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is crispy.
- 3
Roast the Pork Belly
Turn the pork belly over and add minced garlic and thyme to the pan. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the pork is tender and the skin is crispy.
- 4
Rest and Slice
Remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing into pieces.
