Pork Belly Bites

Pork Belly Bites are a flavorful Thai-inspired appetizer featuring tender, crispy pork belly marinated in a fragrant blend of spices and served with a zesty dipping sauce. This dish is a delicious fusion of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Pork belly - 300 grams
• Soy sauce (kosher) - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Thai chili, minced - 1 teaspoon
• Cucumber, sliced - ½ for garnish
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, lime juice, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
3. Cut the pork belly into bite-sized cubes and add them to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Spread the marinated pork belly pieces on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, making sure they are not overcrowded.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork belly is crispy and golden brown, turning halfway through for even cooking.
6. While the pork is baking, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing chopped cilantro and minced Thai chili in a small bowl.
7. Once cooked, remove the pork belly bites from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
8. Serve the pork belly bites hot, garnished with cucumber slices and the cilantro-chili mixture.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats that can provide energy.

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