Easy Baked Pork Belly
Ingredients
- 3 pounds pork belly
skin removed and cut into 2 inch cubes
- 2 cloves garlic
finely minced
- 1 teaspoon dried red chili flakes
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
lightly packed
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 4 stalks green onions
chopped
Directions
- 1
Place all of the ingredients (except the sesame seeds, pork belly, and green onions) into a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
- 2
Add the pork belly pieces and toss to coat with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for one hour.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- 4
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- 5
Arrange the pork belly on the baking sheet being careful not to overlap.
- 6
Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven, carefully turn each piece over, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
- 7
Serve immediately.
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About this Recipe
Craving an incredibly rich and flavorful dish that's surprisingly simple to make? This Easy Baked Pork Belly delivers an indulgent experience, promising to be super moist and utterly delicious without a fuss.
Why This Recipe Works
This recipe shines by harmonizing a powerful blend of savory, sweet, and spicy elements. The foundation of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar creates a balanced marinade that deeply penetrates the pork belly, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Aromatic garlic and a hint of heat from dried red chili flakes elevate the profile, making this dish incredibly satisfying.
What to Expect
Prepare your senses for a culinary journey that's both bold and comforting. Each tender cube of baked pork belly will offer a symphony of slightly spicy, salty, and sweet notes that linger delightfully on your palate. The texture is consistently super moist, yielding a truly melt-in-your-mouth experience that lives up to its indulgent promise. This is a robust dish designed to impress with its depth of flavor and straightforward preparation.
Customization & Variations
This recipe offers a fantastic base for personal touches. Feel free to adjust the spice level to your preference by increasing or decreasing the dried red chili flakes. For an extra layer of freshness, you could also experiment with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro alongside the green onions and sesame seeds. While the recipe calls for specific amounts, you can always fine-tune the balance of sweet (brown sugar) and tangy (rice vinegar) to suit your taste.
Serving & Context
This rich and flavorful pork belly is a showstopper, making it ideal for a special dinner, a weekend treat, or as the centerpiece of an Asian-inspired meal. Serve it alongside steamed rice to soak up the delicious juices, or with a simple side of blanched greens to balance the richness.