2 days 20 minDifficulty Very hardMeat & mainsMain ingredients ๐ฅฉwhole pork bellyground porkbacononiongarlicthymerosemarysageTags ๐ท๏ธunique dishhome partyrefined dish
Detailed recipeQuick recipeIngredients needed ๐6 servings1 whole pork bellyGenerous amount of ground porkSmall amount of bacon1 onionGenerous amount of garlicSmall amount of thymeSmall amount of rosemarySmall amount of sageSalt to tastePepper to tasteRecipe ๐ณScrape off any impurities from the skin of the whole pork belly with a knife and remove any remaining hairs with a torch for a clean finish.Butterfly the pork belly lengthwise without cutting all the way through, spread it out wide, and season with salt and pepper.Cooking tips ๐กTightly tying the meat with string while rolling is crucial to maintain its shape during cooking and ensure it retains its juices.Thoroughly drying the skin after sous viding and salting it for dry aging is essential to achieve a cracker-like crispiness in the oven.Using sage, which pairs exceptionally well with pork, can help eliminate any gamey odors and maximize the flavor.As pork belly can be quite rich, serving it with a refreshing salsa or a spicy side dish will enhance the overall dining experience.Recommended for ๐โญThose who want to prepare a visually stunning main dish for a special occasion.โญThose who want to challenge themselves with a high-end meat dish using a sous vide machine and oven.โญThose who want to taste perfectly crispy outside and juicy inside pork after investing time and effort.