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Delicious honey-glazed pork belly with crispy skin served on a plate

Honey-Glazed Crispy Pork Belly

This delicious dish combines sweet, savory, and crispy elements in one bite, perfect for impressing family and friends on any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 2 pounds pork belly
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional) Optional ingredient for added tang
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Optional for added heat
Toppings
  • Chopped scallions (optional)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
  • Lime (optional) Fresh lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern.
  3. In a bowl, mix together honey, soy sauce, garlic, black pepper, salt, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  4. Place the pork belly in a roasting pan and pour the honey mixture over it, ensuring it’s well coated.
Cooking
  1. Roast in the oven for about 2-2.5 hours until the pork is tender.
  2. Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and roast for an additional 20-30 minutes to achieve that crispy skin.
  3. Once cooked, let the pork belly rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Tips for Success: Score carefully to avoid cutting too deep into the meat, marinate overnight for more intense flavor, monitor cooking time, let it rest for better tenderness, and garnish for a pop of color.