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Crispy Pork Belly Slices with Cider

Crispy Pork Belly Slices with Cider for Ultimate Flavor Bliss

Savor the rich flavors of Crispy Pork Belly Slices with Cider, a dish that harmonizes sweetness and saltiness beautifully.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 1 kg Pork Belly Rich and fatty cut
For the Sauce
  • 250 ml Dry Cider Or apple juice as a substitute
  • 3 tbsp Honey Maple syrup can be used instead
  • 2 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce Regular soy sauce is an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce Hoisin sauce may be used as a substitute
  • 1 pcs Red Chilli Omit for milder flavor
  • 2 tbsp Demerara Sugar Brown sugar is a good substitute
  • 2 tbsp Plain Flour Cornstarch for gluten-free option
For Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Pepper

Equipment

  • Roasting Pan
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pork: Score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern. Pour boiling water over the skin and rub salt and pepper generously. Place in an oiled roasting pan and roast at 160°C (320°F) for 2 hours.
  2. Chill and Weigh: Once roasted, let it cool. Weigh down with a smaller tray and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  3. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, mix dry cider, honey, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, chopped red chili, demerara sugar, and plain flour to create a glaze.
  4. Glaze and Bake: Slice the chilled pork belly, coat with cider glaze, and bake for 30 minutes to caramelize.
  5. Finish with Frying: Heat oil in a skillet and fry the glazed slices skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden and crunchy.
  6. Rest and Serve: Let slices rest for at least 15 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 22gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, follow the tips on scoring, chilling, glazing, frying, and resting to achieve the ultimate crispy pork belly.

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