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Simple Crispy Roast Pork Belly
75% authentic · International
A simplified approach to achieving delicious crispy roast pork belly, focusing on key steps for crackling and flavor without overly complex marinades. This version is quicker to prepare while still delivering satisfyingly crisp skin and tender meat.
Ingredients
- Pork belly, skin on1 kg
- Salt2 tbsp
- Black pepper1 tsp
- Baking soda1 tbsp
- Water1/4 cup
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- 2
Score the pork belly skin in a crosshatch pattern. Pat the skin very dry with paper towels.
- 3
Rub the meat side generously with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Place pork belly skin-side up in a roasting pan. Roast for 45 minutes.
- 5
While roasting, mix baking soda with water to form a paste. Remove pork from oven, drain any rendered fat. Spread the baking soda paste evenly over the skin.
- 6
Return to oven and roast for another 45-60 minutes, or until the skin is deeply golden brown and crackling. If the skin isn't crisp enough, increase heat to 220°C (425°F) for the last 10-15 minutes, watching closely.
- 7
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
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