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Crispy Pork Belly with Pickled Mustard Green

Cultural Context

Crispy Pork Belly, often enjoyed in Chinese cuisine, is a beloved dish known for its rich flavor and contrasting textures. Traditionally served during celebrations and family gatherings, it showcases the art of cooking pork to achieve a crispy skin and tender meat. The addition of pickled mustard greens adds a refreshing tang that balances the richness of the pork. This dish has gained popularity globally, with variations appearing in many Asian and fusion cuisines.

ChineseUSmain
180 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
2 lb pork belly
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon five-spice powder
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cups mustard greens
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 cup water
4 scallions
1/4 cup coriander

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

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

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a similar tang, while white vinegar is often less expensive.

1

Score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern.

2

Rub salt, black pepper, and five-spice powder all over the pork belly, pressing it into the scores.

3

Refrigerate the pork belly uncovered for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to dry out the skin.

4

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).

5

Place the pork belly on a rack in a roasting pan, skin side up.

6

Roast the pork belly for 30 minutes until the skin starts to bubble and crisp.

7

Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) and continue roasting for another 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.

8

Remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

9

While the pork rests, prepare the pickled mustard greens by combining mustard greens, rice vinegar, sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl.

10

Let the mustard greens marinate for at least 30 minutes.

11

Slice the pork belly into pieces and serve with pickled mustard greens on the side.

12

Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil before serving.

13

Garnish with chopped scallions and coriander.

Cooking Techniques

scoringmarinatingroasting

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Crispy Pork BellyPork Belly with Pickled Greens

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