BBQ Pork Belly - Nepali Style - Tasty Nepali Food Recipe!

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs offer a leaner option while pork shoulder is more affordable.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, and liquid aminos is often less expensive.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup provides a unique flavor while agave is generally cheaper.

Prepare the marinade by combining dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, lemon juice, tomato paste, ginger powder, meat masala, salt, and chili flakes in a bowl.

Slice the pork belly into thick strips and place in a shallow dish.

Pour the marinade over the pork belly, ensuring all pieces are coated.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Remove the pork belly from the marinade and let excess drip off.

Place the pork belly strips on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until caramelized and cooked through.

Keep an eye while grilling to avoid overcooking.

Once cooked, remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.

Slice the pork belly into bite-sized pieces.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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