Description
Crispy pork belly slices with cider are a show-stopping dish that combines rich flavors and irresistible textures. With perfectly rendered fat and a crunchy skin, each bite delivers a savory explosion, enhanced by the subtle sweetness of apple cider. This recipe is easy enough for beginners yet impressive enough to wow seasoned chefs. Perfect for any occasion, these succulent pork belly slices will leave your guests craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork belly, well-marbled
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pat the pork belly dry and score the skin into squares.
- Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork belly skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Add apple cider around the pork and place thyme on top.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 1-1.5 hours until tender.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with smoked paprika or additional herbs like rosemary. Ensure your pork belly is dry before cooking for maximum crispiness.