Source: Vladimir, AdobeStockPork belly turns out simply amazing in the oven – such tender meat literally melts in your mouth. Most often, it's used for sandwich slices or simply as an appetizer for a festive table. Catch a selection of 10 proven recipes!
1. Baked Pork Belly in Foil
Source: ideireceptov.ruA delicious and appetizing meat appetizer that will turn out better than any store-bought ham.
You will need: 1 kg pork belly, 8 cloves garlic, 1 tsp salt, spices.
Preparation: Stud the pork belly with garlic slices, rub with spices to taste, and wrap in foil. Bake for 1.5 hours in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.
2. Pork Belly with Honey and Smoked Paprika in the Oven
Source: krasivoe-foto.ruThe special feature of this recipe is that the pork belly is first marinated in brine.
You will need: 800 g pork belly, 1 tbsp Italian herbs, 3 bay leaves, 25 g garlic, 1 tbsp spices, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 2 tbsp salt.
Preparation: In 1.5 liters of water, add salt, Italian herbs, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, let the brine cool, and pour it over the pork belly overnight. Afterward, pat it dry, cut it in half, and rub with minced garlic, paprika, and spices.
Place the two pieces of pork belly with the inner sides facing each other and the skin facing outwards. Tie with string, wrap in foil, and bake for 1 hour at 180 degrees Celsius in the oven. Then unwrap the foil, drain the released juices, mix them with honey, brush the pork belly with it, and bake for another 15 minutes. Flip, brush again, and bake for another 15 minutes.
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3. Pork Belly with Adjika and Soy Sauce in a Roasting Bag
Source: ok.ruPerfect with spicy homemade adjika without preservatives and unnecessary additives.
You will need: 1 kg pork belly, 100 g adjika, 50 ml soy sauce, spices.
Preparation: Rub the pork belly with a mixture of adjika, soy sauce, and spices, marinate for 2 hours, and place in a roasting bag. Bake the meat for 1.5 hours in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.
4. Pork Belly Roll with Mustard in the Oven
Source: pinterest.comThis simple meat roll can easily replace store-bought sausage.
You will need: 1.5 kg pork belly, 5 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp each ground black pepper, coriander, and cumin, salt, spices.
Preparation: Remove the skin from the pork belly and rub the meat with all the spices, mustard, and crushed garlic. Leave overnight in the refrigerator, roll tightly, and tie with string.
Place the roll in a baking dish and cover with foil. Cook in the oven – first for 1.5 hours at 100 degrees Celsius, then 1 hour at 130 degrees Celsius, and then half an hour at 220 degrees Celsius without foil. Let cool and refrigerate overnight.
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5. Pork Belly in Tomato-Mustard Sauce in the Oven
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruA simple marinade from ingredients you're sure to find in your refrigerator.
You will need: 400 g pork belly, 2 tbsp ketchup, 1 tbsp mustard, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, spices, 2 cloves garlic.
Preparation: Mix all ingredients except the pork belly, rub them onto the pork belly, and leave for 1-2 hours. Bake in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius for approximately 1 hour.
6. Pork Belly with Potatoes and Sour Cream in the Oven
Source: eda-offline.comA hearty, delicious, and caloric dinner for a large family.
You will need: 600 g pork belly, 600 g potatoes, 1 onion, 1 sprig rosemary, spices, 4 tbsp sour cream.
Preparation: Place sliced potatoes and onion in a baking dish, and mix them with sour cream and spices. Add the pork belly cut into serving pieces and place a sprig of rosemary on top. Cover everything with foil and bake for 1 hour at 200 degrees Celsius in the oven.
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7. Pork Belly with Ginger and Herbs in the Oven
Source: pinterest.comOne of the brightest and most aromatic marinades for pork belly in this selection.
You will need: 500 g pork belly, 2 cloves garlic, 1 cm ginger, spices, 1 tsp coriander, 3 sprigs each of cilantro and dill, 1 chili pepper, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp soy sauce.
Preparation: Mince the garlic, ginger, herbs, and chili, mix them with the rest of the marinade ingredients, and marinate the pork belly for 1 hour. Place it in a roasting bag and bake for another 1 hour at 200 degrees Celsius in the oven.
8. Baked Pork Belly in Brine
Source: attuale.ruAnother option for tender pork belly, aged in brine.
You will need: 1 kg pork belly, 1 head garlic, spices, 1.5 liters water, 2 tbsp salt, 1 tbsp mustard seeds, 2 bay leaves, 1 tbsp mixed peppercorns, 1 tbsp paprika, 1 tsp honey, 2 tbsp water.
Preparation: Boil water with salt, mustard seeds, peppercorns, and bay leaf. Let cool and pour this brine over the pork belly overnight. Afterward, pat dry and rub with spices and minced garlic.
Tie with string for compactness, place the pork belly in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 1 hour at 180 degrees Celsius. Mix water, honey, and paprika. Unwrap the foil, brush the pork belly with this mixture, and bake for another 20 minutes.
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9. Pork Belly with Vegetables in Clay Pots
Source: t.meMinimum preparation time for ingredients – and a wonderful meat dinner with a side dish is ready.
You will need: 1 kg pork belly, 5 potatoes, 1 eggplant, 2 tomatoes, 1 bell pepper, 1 onion, 1 hot red pepper, 4 cloves garlic, 200 g mushrooms, spices, 2 tbsp tomato paste, water or broth.
Preparation: Roughly chop all ingredients along with the pork belly and arrange them in clay pots. Season to taste and add tomato paste. Pour in water and bake for 1.5-2 hours in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
10. Pork Belly with Apples in the Oven
Source: postila.ruIf you don't like horseradish, you can prepare any marinade of your choice.
You will need: 1.2 kg pork belly, 100 g grated horseradish, 2 apples, spices.
Preparation: Make accordion-style cuts on the pork belly and rub it with horseradish and spices. Leave for 2-3 hours and insert apple slices into the cuts. Place the pork belly in a baking dish and bake for 2 hours in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.