Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsHammerheadsPork Belly Taco Recipe

Pork Belly Taco Recipe

Inspired by Hammerheads
Time3h
Serves6

Topped with pico de gallo, cilantro, and served on soft corn tortillas with sage mayo.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients for Pork Belly Tacos

Method

Directions for Preparing Pork Belly Tacos

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork Belly

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Score the skin of the pork belly and rub the salt, black pepper, and cumin all over the meat. Place it in a roasting pan and cover with foil. Roast for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.

  2. 2

    Crisp the Pork Belly

    After roasting, increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C). Uncover the pork belly and roast for an additional 20-30 minutes until the skin is crispy. Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

  3. 3

    Prepare Sage Mayo

    In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, chopped sage, and lime juice until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Tacos

    Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet. Slice the crispy pork belly into bite-sized pieces. On each tortilla, add pork belly, a generous scoop of pico de gallo, fresh cilantro, and a dollop of sage mayo.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the tacos immediately, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

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