Citrus Glazed Pork Belly

Indulge in the perfect balance of rich, savory, and tangy flavors with this Citrus Glazed Pork Belly recipe. Featuring melt-in-your-mouth pork belly seared to golden perfection and slow-braised in a vibrant citrus glaze made from fresh orange and lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, and zesty orange peel, this dish is a true show-stopper. The slow cooking process ensures succulent, tender meat, while a final high-heat roast caramelizes the glaze and crisps the skin to irresistible perfection. Finished with a luscious, thickened citrus sauce and optional fresh cilantro for a pop of color, this dish is ideal for special occasions or an elevated weekend dinner. Easy to prepare with kitchen staples, it’s a flavor-packed recipe that promises to impress every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:165 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork belly
• 2 teaspoons Sea salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Pat the pork belly dry with paper towels, then score the skin in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.

Step 3

Season the pork belly generously with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on all sides.

Step 4

In a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the pork belly skin side down and sear until golden and crispy, about 5-6 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the pork belly from the skillet and drain any excess fat. Set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, and orange zest. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 7

Return the seared pork belly to the skillet, skin side up. Spoon some of the sauce over the top.

Step 8

Cover the skillet or roasting pan with aluminum foil and transfer it to the oven. Braise the pork belly for 2 hours, basting with the sauce every 30 minutes.

Step 9

After 2 hours, remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Roast for an additional 20 minutes to caramelize the glaze and crisp the skin.

Step 10

While the pork belly finishes roasting, make a slurry by mixing the cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Stir the slurry into the skillet with the sauce and simmer on the stovetop for 2-3 minutes until thickened.

Step 11

Remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing into 1/2-inch thick pieces.

Step 12

Drizzle the thickened citrus glaze over the slices and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1201.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5242.0

Total Fat 509.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 179.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 653.2mg	0%
Sodium 5897.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 62.6g
Protein 88.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 97.5mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1580.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.5%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 5.7%