Fried Sticky Pork Belly Bites
Ingredients
- • 1.5 kg pork belly
- • 60 ml soy sauce
- • 60 ml rice wine
- • 50 g brown sugar
- • 4 cloves garlic
- • 5 g chinese five spice powder
- • 1 sprinkle black pepper
- • 2 item green onions
Instructions
- 1
Cut the pork belly into 1-inch cubes
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice wine, brown sugar, minced garlic, five spice powder, and a sprinkle of black pepper until the sugar dissolves.
- 3
Add the pork belly to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to overnight.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 5
Remove the pork from the marinade, shaking off excess. Reserve the marinade. Arrange the pork cubes on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- 6
Roast the pork belly for 1 hour, turning the cubes halfway through. Baste with some of the reserved marinade.
- 7
Increase the oven temperature to 200°C (400°F). Roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until the pork is caramelized and sticky.
- 8
Transfer the pork bites to a serving platter. Brush with any remaining marinade. Garnish with sliced green onions.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"These melt-in-your-mouth pork belly bites are the ultimate party appetizer or game day snack. The key is the slow roast followed by a quick blast of high heat to achieve that irresistible sticky exterior. Marinating overnight allows the flavors to really penetrate the meat. Serve with toothpicks for easy grabbing!"
