Golden and crisp, this air-fried pork belly is simple, comforting, and meant to be shared. As the season gathers us around the table, we’re reminded that food made with care brings people closer. Follow along for a simple, step-by-step recipe on creating this dish.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds Skinless Pork Belly
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
Directions
- Preheat the air fryer to cooking temperature of 400° Fahrenheit.
- Combine the oil, brown sugar, salt, garlic powder, pepper, and paprika in a large bowl. Set bowl aside.
- Place the pork belly on a cutting board and pat dry using a paper towel. Using a sharp knife, cut the pork into 1-inch cubes.
- Place the pieces of pork belly into the seasoned oil mixture and toss the pieces, making sure to evenly cover all of the pork belly pieces.
- Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray and place the seasoned pork belly cubes in a single layer into the preheated air fryer basket.
- Air fry pork belly bites for 20-25 minutes. Shake and flip them a couple of times throughout the cooking process.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve with a favorite dipping sauce, maybe sweet and sour or BBQ.
