Rock Salt Roasted Crispy 5 Spice Pork Belly Recipe
Spicy Mustard | Cucumber | Radish Salad
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Ingredients
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Pork Belly
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pork Belly
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Score the skin of the pork belly in a crisscross pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.
- 2
Season the Pork Belly
Rub the pork belly with rock salt, ensuring it gets into the scores. Then, sprinkle the five spice powder and black pepper evenly over the meat.
- 3
Roast the Pork Belly
Place the pork belly on a roasting rack in a baking tray, skin side up. Drizzle with olive oil and roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- 4
Crisp the Skin
Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue roasting for an additional 60-90 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender.
- 5
Rest and Serve
Remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Serve with spicy mustard and a cucumber and radish salad.
