Low Carb BBQ Pork Belly

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate smoky, savory delight with this Low Carb BBQ Pork Belly recipe! Perfectly balancing crispiness and juiciness, this dish features succulent pork belly seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic, onion powder, paprika, and pepper. The pork is first seared to golden perfection and then slow-roasted to enhance its tenderness. A rich, homemade low-carb BBQ glaze – made with soy sauce, Swerve brown sweetener, and sugar-free BBQ sauce – elevates the flavors, offering a caramelized finish that’s both satisfying and guilt-free. With just 2 hours of effort and only 4 net carbs per serving, this keto-friendly pork belly is ideal for family dinners, BBQ gatherings, or whenever you’re craving a hearty, low-carb indulgence. Serve it sliced with a drizzle of extra glaze and enjoy!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork belly
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Low carb BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Swerve brown sweetener

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Rinse and pat dry the pork belly with paper towels. Score the skin in a crisscross pattern, making sure not to cut into the meat.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Rub this spice mixture all over the pork belly, making sure to get it into the scored skin.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the pork belly skin-side down into the skillet and sear for about 4-5 minutes, or until the skin becomes golden and crispy.

Step 5

Flip the pork belly and sear the other side for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast the pork belly for 90 minutes, basting with its own juices every 30 minutes.

Step 7

While the pork belly is cooking, prepare the low-carb BBQ glaze by combining the low carb BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and Swerve brown sweetener in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat and stir until the sweetener is dissolved, then set aside.

Step 8

After the pork belly has roasted for 90 minutes, brush the glaze generously over the top of the pork.

Step 9

Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the glaze has caramelized and the pork belly is deeply browned.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Slice and serve the pork belly, drizzling with additional low-carb BBQ glaze if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1120.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5095.3

Total Fat 509.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 179.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 653.2mg	0%
Sodium 5369.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 4.5g
Protein 90.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 121.8mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1492.1mg	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: 90.3%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 2.6%