Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Juicy Honey Glazed Pork Belly, where tender meat meets a sweet and savory glaze. This dish features a perfectly caramelized exterior that offers a satisfying crunch while keeping the inside juicy and flavorful. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful weeknight dinner, this recipe will have everyone at your table asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork belly
- 1/2 cup raw honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Score the pork belly skin in a crisscross pattern and season with salt and pepper.
- 2. In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, ground ginger, and rice vinegar to create the marinade.
- 3. Coat the pork belly with half of the marinade and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
- 4. Allow the pork to come to room temperature for 30 minutes before roasting for about two hours until tender.
- 5. Brush remaining marinade on top and increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Roast for an additional 20-30 minutes until crispy.
- 6. Let it rest for ten minutes before slicing. Serve warm drizzled with extra glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours and 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg