Ingredients
- 1 pound pork belly, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Optional ingredients for variations:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (for a smoky flavor)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for a savory twist)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (for a spicy kick)
- 1 tablespoon honey (for a sweet glaze)
Instructions
1. Cutting pork belly: Start by cutting the pork belly into bite-sized pieces. This helps ensure even cooking.
2. Pat dry: Pat the pork belly pieces dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving a crispy texture.
3. Seasoning pork belly: In a mixing bowl, combine the pork belly pieces with olive oil, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
4. Preheating air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Preheating ensures the pork belly cooks evenly from the start.
5. Arrange in air fryer: Place the seasoned pork belly pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to allow for even cooking.
6. Air fryer temperature: Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
7. Cooking time: Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping the pork belly pieces halfway through to ensure they crisp up on all sides.
8. Flip pork belly: At the halfway mark, use tongs to flip each piece. This helps achieve a uniform crispy texture.
Notes
Cooking times may vary based on the thickness of the pork belly pieces and the model of your air fryer. Always check for doneness and adjust the cooking time as needed. The pork belly should be crispy and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces (approx.)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Air Fryer Pork Belly Bites