Crispy Pork Belly Recipe

Prepare Pork Belly

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.

Season the Pork

Rub the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and five-spice powder all over the pork belly, making sure to get the seasoning into the scored skin.

Cook in the Oven

Place the pork belly on a wire rack set over a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for about 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the meat is tender.

Crisp the Skin

After the pork belly is tender, increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C) and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the skin is bubbly and crispy.

Rest and Slice

Remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing into pieces.

Cook the Apples

In a large saucepan, combine the chopped apples, sugar, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 15-20 minutes until the apples are soft.

Add Lemon Juice

Once the apples are soft, remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.

Blend the Sauce

For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until desired consistency is reached.

Cool and Serve

Allow the apple sauce to cool before serving it alongside the crispy pork belly.