Go Back

Slow-Roasted Crispy Pork Belly

A delightful dish that combines tender meat with wonderfully crunchy skin, perfect for special occasions and gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Comfort Food, Pork
Servings 6 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pork Preparation

  • 1 kg pork belly with skin on Use high-quality pork belly for best results.
  • 1.5 tsp olive oil, divided Use for seasoning and skin.
  • 0.5 tsp fennel powder or ground fennel seeds (optional) Can be omitted if not preferred.
  • 1 tsp salt, divided Cooking/kosher salt or use 7/8 tsp table salt.
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.

Serving Suggestions

  • to taste Apple Sauce For serving.
  • to taste Vermouth Jus For serving.
  • to taste Cauliflower Puree For serving.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Dry the skin of the pork belly overnight by patting it with paper towels and leaving it uncovered in the fridge.
  • Preheat your oven to 140°C / 285°F (120°C fan).
  • Drizzle 1 tsp of oil on the flesh side of the pork belly. Sprinkle 1/2 tsp salt, black pepper, and fennel powder. Rub all over the flesh side.
  • Wrap the pork belly in two pieces of foil, skin side up, forming an open box and sealing the corners tightly.
  • Pat the skin dry again and rub with 1/2 tsp of oil, then sprinkle the remaining 1/2 tsp salt evenly over the skin.

Cooking

  • Place the wrapped pork in the oven and roast for 2 1/2 hours, tightening the foil after 1 1/2 hours to keep it moist.
  • After 2 1/2 hours, remove the pork from the oven and increase the heat to 240°C / 465°F.
  • Remove the pork from the foil and place it on a wire rack over a tray. Use crumpled foil balls to level the skin.
  • Crisp the skin by placing the pork back in the oven for 30 minutes, rotating after 15 minutes.
  • Once done, remove from oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing into 2 cm / ⅝" thick slices.

Serving

  • Serve sliced pork belly with apple sauce, vermouth jus, and cauliflower puree.

Notes

For the crispiest result, make sure to dry the skin thoroughly. Adjust seasoning based on taste preferences. Variations can include using different spices or marinades, such as garlic, rosemary, or sweet glazes.
Keyword Crispy Skin, Pork Belly, Roasted Pork, Savory Dish, special occasion