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Bagnet - Filipino Crispy Pork Belly - Experience a taste of the Philippines with Bagnet, a beloved dish from the Ilocos region. This sumptuous delight features pork belly that's simmered t

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Bagnet - Filipino Crispy Pork Belly

Experience a taste of the Philippines with Bagnet, a beloved dish from the Ilocos region. This sumptuous delight features pork belly that's simmered to tenderness, rubbed with aromatic spices, and deep-fried to achieve a glorious crispness. Its intoxicating aroma and mouth-watering flavors make it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering.

Serves 4-5 🍷 Wine Pairings 🥗 Side Dishes

Ingredients

Pork belly
1 kg
Garlic
6 cloves, minced
Salt
1 tablespoon
Pepper
1/2 tablespoon
Cooking oil
enough to deep fry the pork belly
Water
enough to cover the pork belly when boiling

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add the pork belly and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the pork belly is tender.
  2. Remove the pork belly from the pot and let it cool. Once cooled, pat it dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  3. In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub this aromatic mixture all over the pork belly, ensuring an even coat.
  4. Heat the cooking oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Carefully lower the pork belly into the hot oil. Fry for about 10-15 minutes or until the pork belly turns a beautiful golden brown and achieves a crispy exterior.
  6. Remove the bagnet from the oil and let it drain on a wire rack or paper towels to remove excess oil.
  7. Slice the bagnet into serving pieces and serve hot with steamed rice and your preferred dipping sauce.

Tips

  • 💡 For an authentic Filipino experience, serve your Bagnet with a side of pickled papaya (Atchara) and a dipping sauce of vinegar, soy sauce, and chopped onions and chili.
  • 💡 Ensure your pork is thoroughly dry before frying to achieve maximum crispiness.
  • 💡 Use a deep pot for frying to avoid oil splatter.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4-5 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Calories: 800 Fat: 55g Carbs: 0g Protein: 75g Sodium: 950mg Sugar: 0g

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