Sweet & Spicy Pork Belly (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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3 pounds pork belly
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¾ cup hoisin sauce
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2 tbsp vegetable oil, for frying
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1 chili pepper, chopped
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6 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp grated ginger
→ For the Sauce
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1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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2 tsp sesame oil
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3 tbsp water
→ For Serving
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3 tbsp cilantro, chopped
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Steamed rice
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C)
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Cut pork belly into long strips, then slice into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces. Line baking sheet with parchment paper
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Toss pork belly with ½ cup hoisin sauce, ensuring each piece is coated
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Spread pork belly in single layer and roast for 30 minutes until crispy and caramelized. Use two baking sheets if needed to prevent overcrowding
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While pork roasts, cook rice according to package directions. Prepare garlic, ginger, chili pepper, and cilantro
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Combine remaining hoisin sauce with soy sauce, sesame oil, water and rice vinegar
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Heat oil in skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add chili pepper
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Add roasted pork belly to skillet. Pour in prepared sauce and simmer for 1 minute
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Stir in chopped cilantro. Serve over steamed rice
# Notes:
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Use two baking sheets if needed to ensure pork crisps evenly
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Adjust chili pepper amount based on desired spice level
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Can be made ahead and reheated, though pork will be less crispy