Cantonese Roast Pork

Cantonese Roast Pork, known for its crispy skin and tender meat, is a flavorful dish that brings the essence of Chinese cuisine to your table. This low-carb version is perfect for a satisfying lunch without compromising on taste.

Cantonese Roast Pork
120 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
425 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pork belly - 500 grams
  • Soy sauce - 30 ml
  • Oyster sauce - 15 ml
  • Five-spice powder - 5 grams
  • Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 10 grams, minced
  • Salt - 5 grams
  • Black pepper - 2 grams
  • Rice vinegar - 15 ml
  • Honey substitute (erythritol or stevia) - 5 grams
  • Sesame oil - 5 ml

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
  2. Score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern without cutting into the meat.
  3. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, five-spice powder, minced garlic, minced ginger, salt, black pepper, rice vinegar, honey substitute, and sesame oil to create a marinade.
  4. Rub the marinade all over the pork belly, ensuring it gets into the scored skin and meat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or preferably overnight.
  5. Remove the pork from the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  6. Place the pork belly on a wire rack over a baking tray to catch drippings, skin side up.
  7. Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 180°C (356°F) and continue roasting for another 30-40 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the meat is cooked through.
  8. Once cooked, let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing into portions.
  9. Serve with your choice of low-carb vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 425
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 850 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 33 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Contains healthy fats that can promote satiety and provide energy.

Tags

ChineseLow CarbLunch