Description
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these air fryer pork belly bites are packed with savory flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 pounds pork belly, skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat.
- Prepare the Seasoning: In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, brown sugar, garlic powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, and salt.
- Season the Pork Belly: Pat the pork belly cubes dry with paper towels. Add them to the bowl with the seasoning mixture, tossing to ensure each piece is evenly coated.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the seasoned pork belly pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook: Air fry for 18-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking, until the pork belly is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve with your choice of dipping sauce or as part of a main dish.
Notes
- Patting Dry: Ensures better crispiness.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Prevents steaming and promotes even crisping.
- Resting Time: Allows juices to redistribute, enhancing flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3-4 pieces
- Calories: Approximately 588
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 472mg
- Fat: 60g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 38g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 82mg