Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of crispy pork belly slices, infused with aromatic herbs and a touch of cider sweetness, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork belly
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for optimal crispiness.
- Prepare the Pork Belly: Pat dry the pork belly slices with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season Generously: Rub both sides of each slice with salt and pepper for deep flavor penetration.
- Add Garlic and Thyme: Spread minced garlic and fresh thyme evenly over both sides of the seasoned pork belly slices.
- Pour in Some Cider: Arrange the slices in a baking dish and pour apple cider around them, avoiding direct contact with the skin.
- Roast Away!: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Transfer to plates and drizzle any remaining cider from the baking dish over your crispy pork belly slices before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, score the pork belly skin lightly before seasoning. Substitute apple cider with apple juice for a sweeter flavor profile.