Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRuffino's On The RiverFig & Hoisin Glazed Pork Belly Recipe

Fig & Hoisin Glazed Pork Belly Recipe

Time3h
Serves4

Cauliflower puree, pickled blackberry, shaved radish

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Ingredients

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Pork Belly

Cauliflower Puree

Pickled Blackberry

Shaved Radish

Method

Pork Belly

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork Belly

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern without cutting into the meat. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  2. 2

    Make the Glaze

    In a bowl, mix together the hoisin sauce, diced figs, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Roast the Pork Belly

    Place the pork belly in a roasting pan, skin side up, and pour the glaze over the top. Cover the pan with foil and roast for about 2.5 to 3 hours, until tender.

  4. 4

    Finish and Glaze

    Remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Roast for an additional 30 minutes, basting occasionally, until the skin is crispy and caramelized.

  5. 5

    Rest and Slice

    Once cooked, let the pork belly rest for 15 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.

Cauliflower Puree

  1. 6

    Prepare the Cauliflower

    Cut the cauliflower into florets and steam or boil until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

  2. 7

    Make the Puree

    Transfer the cooked cauliflower to a blender. Add heavy cream, butter, and season with salt and white pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Pickled Blackberry

  1. 8

    Prepare the Pickling Solution

    In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat until sugar and salt dissolve.

  2. 9

    Pickle the Blackberries

    Place the blackberries in a jar and pour the hot pickling solution over them. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Shaved Radish

  1. 10

    Prepare the Radish

    Thinly slice the radishes using a mandoline or sharp knife. Set aside for garnish.

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