Pork Belly Bites

These low-carb pork belly bites are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, infused with authentic Chinese flavors. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, they are both satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

• Pork belly - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Five-spice powder - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Cut the pork belly into bite-sized cubes, approximately 2.5 cm each.
3. In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, five-spice powder, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
4. Add the pork belly cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
5. Place the marinated pork belly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they are spaced apart.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the pork belly is crispy and golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 4 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which helps in muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats for energy and satiety.

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