Air Fryer Crispy Pork Belly
Air Fryer Crispy Pork Belly
This dish features succulent pork belly with perfectly crispy skin, achieved effortlessly in an air fryer.
Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork belly, skin-on
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork Belly: Pat the pork belly dry with paper towels and score the skin with a sharp knife.
- Season: Rub the olive oil over the pork belly, then evenly sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F and let it preheat for 5 minutes.
- Cook: Place the pork belly in the air fryer basket, skin side up, and cook at 400°F for 30 minutes.
- Crisp the Skin: Increase the temperature to 450°F and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the skin is crispy.
- Rest and Serve: Let the pork belly rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Tips
- Ensure the pork belly is as dry as possible before cooking for the crispiest skin.
- Scoring the skin helps the seasoning penetrate and ensures even cooking.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the pork belly.
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