Pork Belly Tacos

Pork Belly Tacos- the perfect combination of rich, meaty pork, paired with bright, acidic slaw. We love the simplicity of this recipe. It is perfect for hosting friends, all the prep can be completed ahead of time, just assemble the tacos when you are ready to eat! Enjoy!

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PORK BELLY TACO RECIPE

Serves:

3-4 people

Time:

Active: 20 mins

Inactive: 5 hrs

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds pork belly

• 1 Tablespoons salt

• 2 Tablespoons brown sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 2-3 medium carrots

• 1/2 red onion

• 5-6 radishes

• 1 jalapeño

• 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 

• 3/4 cup water

• 1 Tablespoon salt

• 2 Tablespoons sugar

• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

• Small Tortillas

• Cilantro (as garnish)

Preparation:

1. Score fat. In a small bowl, combine salt, sugar and pepper. Rub pork belly with mixture, coat evenly. Let sit covered in fridge for at least 2 hours, or overnight.

2. Place pork belly fat side up in a roasting pan and cook in oven at 450 degrees for 30 minutes. Then, reduce heat to 250 degrees and continue to cook for another 1-2 hours. Remove from oven and allow to rest for 30 minutes.

3. Thinly slice carrot, onion, radish and jalapeño, and combine. In small bowl, combine vinegar, water, salt, sugar and red pepper. Combine vinegar mixture with veggies, allow to sit submerged in fridge for 30 minutes.

4. After the pork belly has rested, slice into 1/4 inch thick pieces. Serve each taco with a slice or two of pork belly and pickled slaw. Finish with cilantro leaves.