Pork Belly with Leek | Food Channel L Recipes

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

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

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Vegetable broth reduces alcohol content, while apple cider vinegar provides acidity.

Season the pork belly with salt and black pepper.

Heat sunflower oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Sear the pork belly on all sides until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Remove the pork belly and set aside.

Add chopped leeks to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in smoked paprika and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Return the pork belly to the pot and cover.

Braise until the pork is tender.

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