Boiled Pork Belly

Discover the comforting simplicity of **Boiled Pork Belly**, a classic dish that highlights the natural richness of tender, fatty pork. This recipe features a slow simmer with aromatic ingredients like garlic, ginger, bay leaves, and black peppercorns, infusing the meat with a savory depth of flavor. Optional additions like carrots, onions, and celery elevate the broth, which can be repurposed as a flavorful soup base. Perfectly cooked in just over 90 minutes, the pork belly becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender, making it the centerpiece of any meal. Serve it sliced and paired with soy sauce for dipping, or enjoy alongside steamed rice or noodles. This easy, no-fuss recipe is ideal for those seeking a hearty, satisfying dish with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 kg Pork belly
• 1 tbsp Salt
• 1 tbsp Black peppercorns
• 2 pcs Bay leaves
• 4 pcs Garlic cloves, crushed
• 50 grams Ginger, sliced
• 2 liters Water
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 200 grams Optional vegetables (carrot, onion, celery)

Directions

Step 1

Start by cleaning the pork belly. Rinse it under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Place the pork belly in a large pot and add enough water to cover the meat completely.

Step 3

Add salt, black peppercorns, bay leaves, crushed garlic cloves, and sliced ginger to the pot.

Step 4

If using, add the optional vegetables for additional flavor. These can include carrots, onions, and celery, roughly chopped.

Step 5

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer.

Step 6

Skim off any impurities that float to the top during the first 10 minutes of simmering.

Step 7

Continue to simmer for approximately 60 to 90 minutes or until the pork belly is tender. You can check the doneness by inserting a fork into the meat; it should go through easily.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the pork belly from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Slice the pork belly into desired serving sizes. Serve warm with a splash of soy sauce on the side for dipping.

Step 10

Optionally, you can save the broth for use as a soup base or for cooking noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3348.9 grams (3348.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5358

Total Fat 531.20g	681%
Saturated Fat 193.10g	965%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 720mg	240%
Sodium 9173mg	399%
Total Carbohydrate 39.80g	14%
Dietary Fiber 9.20g	33%
Total Sugars 10.50g
Protein 100.60g	201%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 324mg	25%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 2383mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 89.5%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 3.0%