Pork Belly Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pork Belly
Method
Cooking Method
- 1
Prepare the Pork Belly
Start by patting the pork belly dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Season the Pork
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and brown sugar. Rub this mixture all over the pork belly, ensuring even coverage.
- 3
Let it Rest
Place the seasoned pork belly in a dish, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 4
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 5
Prepare for Roasting
In a roasting pan, add the apple cider vinegar and olive oil. Place a wire rack in the pan and set the pork belly on the rack, skin side up.
- 6
Roast the Pork Belly
Roast the pork belly in the preheated oven for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and the skin is crispy.
- 7
Add Fresh Herbs
In the last 30 minutes of roasting, sprinkle fresh herbs over the pork belly to infuse flavor.
- 8
Rest Before Serving
Once done, remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
- 9
Serve
Slice the pork belly into portions and serve warm. Enjoy!