Pork Belly Baocitos Recipe
pork belly, firecracker slaw, steam buns, sesame bbq sauce
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Pork Belly Baocitos
Method
Directions for Preparing Pork Belly Baocitos
- 1
Marinate the Pork Belly
In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Add the pork belly, ensuring it's well coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Cook the Pork Belly
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the marinated pork belly on a baking sheet and cover it with foil. Bake for 2-3 hours until tender. Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
- 3
Prepare the Firecracker Slaw
In a large bowl, combine the firecracker slaw mix with sesame oil and toss well. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 4
Assemble the Baocitos
Steam the buns according to package instructions. Once steamed, fill each bun with a few pieces of pork belly, top with firecracker slaw, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.