Description
Crispy, slow-roasted pork belly tossed in a glossy hot honey glaze—sweet, spicy, salty, and completely addictive. Perfect as a main dish, appetizer, or even in sliders.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
🔹 Pork Belly
- 1–1.2 kg pork belly (skin on or off, cut into cubes or thick strips)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
🔹 Hot Honey Sauce
- ½ cup honey
- 1–2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the Pork Belly
- Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F)
- Pat pork belly dry (very important for crispiness)
- Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika
2. Slow Roast
- Place pork belly pieces on a wire rack over a baking tray
- Roast for 60–75 minutes until tender and fat has rendered
3. Crisp It Up
- Increase oven to 220°C (425°F)
- Roast another 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy
4. Make Hot Honey Sauce
- In a pan, melt butter over medium heat
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant
- Stir in honey, hot sauce, chili flakes, and soy sauce
- Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened
- Add vinegar or lemon juice to balance sweetness
5. Toss & Glaze
- Add crispy pork belly to the sauce
- Toss until fully coated and glossy
6. Serve
- Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, or fresh herbs
- Serve hot for best texture
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Over rice or fried rice
- In bao buns or sliders
- With mashed potatoes or roasted veggies
- As a party appetizer with toothpicks
💡 Tips for Perfect Pork Belly
- Dry the meat well before roasting
- Don’t overcrowd—space helps crisping
- Use a rack so fat drips away
- Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for extra crunch (watch carefully!)
🌶️ Adjust the Heat
- Mild: reduce chili flakes + hot sauce
- Medium: follow recipe
- Extra spicy: add chili paste or cayenne
❓ FAQs
Can I use an air fryer?
Yes! Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes, then 200°C (400°F) for 10–15 minutes to crisp.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes—reheat and toss in fresh sauce before serving.
What cut works best?
Pork belly is ideal, but thick pork shoulder cubes can work as a substitute.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~450–550
- Protein: ~18g
- Fat: ~38g
- Carbs: ~12g