Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
 1 kg of pork belly |
 2 cloves of garlic |
 1 tablespoon of olive oil |
 400 ml of chicken broth |
 1 pinch of salt |
 Herbs de Provence (to taste) |
Utensils
 Baking dish |
 Sharp knife |
 Oven |
 Table spoon |
| Kitchen brush |
Mixing bowl |
 Roasting rack |
 Cooking thermometer |
Step-by-step preparation
Total cooking time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Resting time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 2 hours 30 minutes
STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 180°C to prepare the cooking of the pork belly.
STEP 2: Brush the pork belly with olive oil to ensure flavorful and even cooking.
STEP 3: Make horizontal slits on the fat with a sharp knife to promote crispiness.
STEP 4: Place the pork belly in a large dish, skin side up, so it can grill nicely.
STEP 5: Put the meat in the oven and let it cook for about 2 to 2 hours 30 minutes, until it is nicely golden brown.
STEP 6: At the end of cooking, let the pork belly rest for 10 minutes before cutting it.
The cooking of pork belly in the oven is a simple and effective method to obtain a flavorful dish that will delight your guests. By respecting the recommended cooking times, generally between 2 hours and 2 hours 30 minutes at 180 degrees, you can enjoy perfectly tender meat. Don’t forget to prepare your piece of pork by making slits on the skin for a crispy result.
Using ingredients like olive oil and aromatic herbs will add an extra touch of flavor. Pairing with sides like roasted vegetables or potatoes will beautifully complement this recipe. Thus, the meal will not only be successful but also memorable.
