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Air Fryer Crispy Pork Belly

45 Mins

Prep Time

1 Hr 20 Mins

cook Time

8

Servings
Curated by: Chef Andrew
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Air Fryer Crispy Pork Belly

Melt-in-your-mouth texture and irresistibly crispy skin, all cooked in a fraction of the time. 

Cookware Used

TurboBlaze™ 6.0-Quart Air Fryer

TurboBlaze™ 6.0-Quart Air Fryer

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A Wealth of Flavor

Pork belly is a traditional symbol of wealth and abundance, making it an ideal choice for your celebration. With its savory flavor and crunchy texture, this crispy pork belly will be the star of your Lunar New Year feast, bringing joy and prosperity to all who gather around the table.

How to Pick Pork Belly

When choosing pork belly at the grocery store, look for a cut with a good balance of fat and meat, uniform thickness throughout, smooth skin with no wrinkles, and a bright pink color. Avoid any pork belly that appears discolored, has uneven thickness, or shows signs of dryness on the skin.

Nutrition Information

Not only is pork belly packed with protein, zinc, iron, and vitamin B, (all of which play important roles in various bodily functions), but its high-fat content enhances flavor. However, due to its elevated levels of saturated fat and caloric density, it's important to eat it in moderation and balance your plate with other lean proteins, fruits, and vegetables.

What to Serve With: Chinese-Style Green Beans, Moneybag Wontons

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Yield 8 Serving

Instructions

PREPARING PORK BELLY

  1. Combine the kosher salt, five-spice powder, and dark brown sugar in a small bowl and evenly mix. 
  2. Dry the skin and meat of the pork belly as much as possible with paper towels. 
  3. Cut halfway through the pork belly meat vertically 1-inch apart, then horizontally. 
  4. Apply the dry rub liberally on the meat side. 
  5. Wrap the sides and bottom of the meat with foil while leaving the skin exposed. 
  6. Apply a thin layer of vinegar, ensuring all the skin is covered, then cover with coarse salt. 

DRYING AND COOKING PORK BELLY

  1. Place the crisper plate into the air fryer basket. 
  2. Select the Preheat function, adjust temperature to 300°F, then tap Start/Pause. 
  3. Place the pork belly onto the preheated crisper plate. 
  4. Select the Bake function, adjust the temperature to 260°F and time to 60 minutes, then tap Start/Pause. 
  5. Remove when the pork belly skin is very dry. If it isn’t dry, extend the cooking time. 
  6. Remove the foil and salt crust on top of the skin. Wipe off any excess salt, then brush a thin layer of oil over the skin. Transfer pork belly back onto the crisper plate. 
  7. Select the Broil function, adjust time to 20 minutes, then tap Start/Pause. 
  8. Remove pork belly when golden brown and crispy, then cut into pieces and serve hot. 

Drying the skin of the pork belly is important since moisture is the enemy of crispy skin. Coating the skin with coarse salt also helps draw out excess moisture from the skin, which results in a crispier texture.

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Nutrition

SERVING SIZE: 1 CALORIES: 595 PROTEIN: 11 g CARBOHYDRATES: 0.7 g FAT: 61 g FIBER: 0.1 g SATURATED FAT: 22 g CHOLESTEROL: 82 mg SODIUM: 317 mg 

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION IS ONLY AN ESTIMATE. THE ACCURACY OF THE NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ANY RECIPE ON THIS SITE IS NOT GUARANTEED.

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originally published on Jan 23, 2025 (last updated Mar 16, 2025)

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