Pork Belly Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pork Belly
Score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.
- 2
Season the Pork
In a bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Rub this mixture all over the pork belly, making sure it gets into the scored areas.
- 3
Marinate
Drizzle the pork belly with olive oil, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 4
Roast the Pork Belly
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the pork belly in a roasting pan, skin side up, and roast for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender.
- 5
Crisp the Skin
Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C) and roast the pork belly for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and golden.
- 6
Rest and Serve
Remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.