Nut-Free Crispy Roasted Pork Belly

Sink your teeth into the irresistible crunch of Nut-Free Crispy Roasted Pork Belly, a recipe that promises perfectly blistered crackling and tender, juicy meat with every bite. This dish combines simple pantry staples like garlic powder, dried thyme, and brown sugar to create a flavorful seasoning paste, while a touch of white vinegar ensures a show-stopping crispy skin. Carefully scored and roasted to perfection, the pork belly achieves an enticing balance of textures and flavors. Perfect for celebratory dinners or weekend feasts, this nut-free recipe requires minimal effort but delivers maximum satisfaction. Pair it with roasted vegetables or a zesty side salad for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s sure to disappear in minutes.

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lb pork belly, skin-on
• 2 tbsp coarse sea salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

Step 2

Using a sharp knife, score the skin of the pork belly in a crosshatch pattern at approximately 1-inch intervals, being careful not to cut into the meat.

Step 3

Pat the pork belly dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy skin.

Step 4

Rub the skin thoroughly with 1 tablespoon of coarse sea salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil, making sure the salt enters the slits.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the remaining sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, brown sugar, and olive oil to form a seasoning paste.

Step 6

Rub the seasoning mix over the meat side of the pork belly, avoiding the skin side.

Step 7

Place the pork belly on a wire rack over a baking sheet, skin side up, to allow air circulation underneath for better crisping.

Step 8

Sprinkle the skin with white vinegar evenly. This helps to blister and form a crunchy crackling.

Step 9

Roast the pork belly in the preheated oven for 20 minutes at 450°F (230°C), then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue to roast for another 90 minutes.

Step 10

For extra crispiness, increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) for the last 10 minutes of cooking.

Step 11

Remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Step 12

Slice the pork belly using a sharp knife and serve immediately for the best crunch and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(995.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5006.2

Total Fat 509.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 176.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 653.2mg	0%
Sodium 12309.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 8.8g
Protein 85.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 76.3mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1238.9mg	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: 92.1%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 1.1%