Pork Belly Recipe
Slow-cooked with a crispy skin served with apple sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pork Belly
Apple Sauce
Method
Pork Belly Preparation
- 1
Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
- 2
Pat the pork belly dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
- 3
Score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.
- 4
Rub salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder all over the pork belly, making sure to get it into the scored skin.
- 5
Place the pork belly in a roasting pan, skin side up.
- 6
In a bowl, mix the apple cider vinegar and water. Pour this mixture into the bottom of the roasting pan.
- 7
Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and place in the preheated oven.
- 8
Slow-cook for approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender.
- 9
Remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 240°C (464°F).
- 10
Roast for an additional 30-45 minutes or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- 11
Remove from the oven and let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Apple Sauce Preparation
- 12
While the pork is roasting, prepare the apple sauce.
- 13
- 14
Add a splash of water to prevent sticking and cook over medium heat.
- 15
Cover the pot and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the apples are soft.
- 16
Mash the apples with a fork or potato masher until you reach your desired consistency.
- 17
Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary. Serve warm or at room temperature.