Spicy Pork Belly

Spicy Pork Belly is a flavorful Keto Chinese dish that combines tender, crispy pork belly with a fiery sauce, perfect for a satisfying supper. The rich flavors and spicy kick make it a delightful and indulgent meal without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Pork belly - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Chili oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• 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 and season with salt and black pepper.
3. In a skillet over medium heat, add chili oil and sauté the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Add the pork belly to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 10-15 minutes.
5. Transfer the pork belly to a baking dish and sprinkle with Szechuan peppercorns and red chili flakes.
6. Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil, then toss to coat evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pork belly is crispy and cooked through.
8. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 24 g
• Carbs: 4 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 40 g
• Saturated Fat: 14 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle maintenance and growth.
• Low in carbohydrates, suitable for ketogenic diets.

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