Crispy Pork Belly

Ingredients

• Pork belly (2 pounds, skin-on)
• Salt (2 teaspoons)
• Black pepper (1 teaspoon)
• Paprika (1 teaspoon)
• Onion powder (1 teaspoon)
• Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
• Olive oil (1 tablespoon (optional, for added flavor))
• Soy sauce (2 tablespoons (for dipping sauce))
• Honey (1 tablespoon (for dipping sauce))
• Rice vinegar (1 tablespoon (for dipping sauce))

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Score the skin of the pork belly in a grid pattern with a sharp knife, being careful not to cut into the meat. This will help the skin become crispy.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
4. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork belly, ensuring it gets into the scored areas of the skin. For added flavor, you can drizzle olive oil over the pork belly before applying the rub.
5. Place the pork belly on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to allow for even cooking and crisping.
6. Roast the pork belly in the preheated oven for 2-3 hours, or until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender. If the skin isn't crispy enough, you can broil it for an additional 5-10 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
7. While the pork belly is roasting, prepare the dipping sauce by whisking together soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl.
8. Once done, let the pork belly rest for 10 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces and serving with the dipping sauce.