Crispy Air Fryer Pork Belly Recipe | Juicy & Tender with Perfect Crunch!

Welcome to my channel! In today’s video, I’m showing you how to make Crispy Air Fryer Pork Belly that’s super juicy, tender, and has the perfect crunchy skin. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or a beginner, this easy recipe will have you cooking restaurant-quality pork belly at home using an air fryer. Follow along to learn my special marinade and air frying techniques for the ultimate crispy pork belly!

Full Recipe:

Ingredients:

1 kg (2.2 lbs) pork belly with skin on
1 tsp salt
1 tsp white pepper
1 ½ tsp Chinese five-spice powder
2 tsp Chinese bean sauce
1 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp Chinese rice wine
1 tsp baking soda
Water (for baking soda paste)

Instructions:

Day 1 – Marinating:

Prepare the Pork Belly: Start with a 1 kg piece of pork belly with good fat content. Cut slits into the pork belly about two fingers wide, but don’t cut all the way through.

Marinate the Meat Side:
Rub 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp white pepper, and 1 ½ tsp Chinese five-spice powder onto the meat side of the pork belly.
Add 2 tsp Chinese bean sauce, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 tbsp oyster sauce. Mix everything together to form a paste.
Add 1 tbsp Chinese rice wine for extra moisture and flavor.

Prepare the Skin:
Mix 1 tsp baking soda with a little water to form a paste and rub it onto the skin. Sprinkle some salt on top for extra flavor and crispiness.

Marinate: Place the pork belly in the fridge, uncovered, for 18 hours to let the moisture evaporate and the flavors soak in.

Day 2 – Cooking:

Boil the Pork Belly:
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Place the marinated pork belly in the water and boil for 5 minutes on each side.
This helps remove impurities and ensures the pork belly stays juicy when air-fried.

Air Frying – First Round:
Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (356°F). Place the pork belly, meat side down, and air fry for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Skin: After 30 minutes, remove the pork belly and poke holes into the skin using a fork. This allows the skin to become bubbly and crispy.

Air Frying – Second Round:
Turn the pork belly over, skin side up, and air fry at 200°C (392°F) for another 25 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy.

Serve: Once done, let it rest for a few minutes, then chop into pieces. Enjoy the perfect balance of juicy meat and crispy skin!

Tips:

Make sure your pork belly has enough fat content—this will help achieve that crispy, crackling skin.
Poking holes in the skin is key for getting that “chip-like” crunch.
Boiling the pork belly before air frying helps to render out excess fat and prevents burning of the marinade.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Crispy, Crunchy Skin: The air fryer technique gives the skin a perfect crunch every time!

Juicy, Tender Meat: The marinating and boiling process ensures the pork belly is full of flavor and stays juicy.

Quick & Easy: With a little overnight prep, this recipe cooks up quickly in the air fryer, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.

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