Crispy Pork Belly

Succulent and crispy pork belly with a rich, savory flavor, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Total Time: 200

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg [[center cut pork belly]]
• 30 g [[salt]]
• 5 g [[salt]]
• 30 g [[dark brown sugar]]

Steps

• Score the skin side of the pork belly to form 1cm by 5cm scores (these will be useful to cut at the end of the cook).
• Mix salt and dark brown sugar together and apply to the bottom and sides.
• On the top take the smaller amount of salt and apply to skin side.
• Place on pan with a rack to dry in fridge for 12h.
• Place in 250F oven for 2.5-3h or until internal temperature reaches 195F.
• Once cooked transfer pork skin side up to a plate and transfer rendered fat into a measuring cup.
• Rest meat and allow oil to cool down to room temperature.
• Place pork skin side down in a skillet with the oil and crisp up on medium-low to medium heat until skin is nice and crispy.