Description
Pork belly burnt ends are a true culinary gem, combining the rich, succulent flavor of pork with the irresistible caramelized crust of traditional burnt ends. By following this simple oven-based method, you can enjoy this mouthwatering dish in the comfort of your own home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pound pork belly
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 275°F.
- Grease a rack and place it on a large baking sheet.
- Cut pork belly into bite-sized cubes and toss with smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Place seasoned pork belly cubes on the rack with the fat side facing up.
- Bake for 3 hours, spritzing with apple cider vinegar every hour.
- Transfer pork belly to a deep baking pan and toss with barbecue sauce.
- Return to oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
- Let rest for 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm as a main dish or appetizer. They pair beautifully with sides like coleslaw or baked beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 1500 milligrams
- Fat: 45 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams