Crispy Candied Pork Belly

Experience the divine blend of sweet, savory, and spicy with our Crispy Candied Pork Belly. This indulgent delight is a game-changer for pork belly lovers. The succulent pork belly cubes are marinated in a special blend of spices, then oven-roasted to perfection.

Prepare to be enticed by the irresistible charm of our Crispy Candied Pork Belly. The recipe brings together the richness of pork belly with a unique combination of spices and sweetness. Each cube of pork belly is like a bite-sized explosion of flavors – salty, sweet, spicy, and smoky. It's a true celebration of textures too, with the crispiness of the caramelized exterior giving way to the soft, juicy inside.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

Servings

4

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 lb Pork Belly (cubed)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 5 dashes Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • Drizzle Olive Oil

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Use the roast setting if it's available on your oven.

  2. Place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. For best flavor, you can marinate the mixture overnight, but this is not a requirement.

  3. Arrange the marinated pork belly cubes on a wired baking rack or a parchment-lined baking sheet. Make sure they're spaced apart.

  4. Bake the pork belly for 20 minutes. Then, turn the cubes over and bake for another 15 minutes.

  5. Your Crispy Candied Pork Belly is ready! Serve and enjoy this delightful treat.

Notes

Marinating overnight enhances the flavor but is not mandatory for this recipe.

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