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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pork Belly
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern, making sure not to cut too deep.
- 2
Season the Pork
Rub the pork belly with salt, black pepper, and minced garlic. Place it in a roasting pan, skin-side up.
- 3
Make the Glaze
In a saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- 4
Roast the Pork
Pour half of the balsamic glaze over the pork belly. Cover the pan with foil and roast for 2 hours.
- 5
Glaze and Finish Cooking
After 2 hours, remove the foil and pour the remaining glaze over the pork belly. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and roast for an additional 30-40 minutes, until the skin is crispy.
- 6
Serve
Let the pork belly rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with apple sauce on the side.
