Description
Zesty Air Fryer Crispy Pork Belly is a mouthwatering dish that combines the indulgence of rich pork belly with a zesty marinade for a burst of flavor. This recipe utilizes the air fryer to deliver perfectly crispy skin and juicy meat in a fraction of the time compared to traditional cooking methods. Ideal for special occasions or a comforting meal at home, this dish promises to delight your taste buds while being healthier than deep-frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds pork belly
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Pat the pork belly dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine salt, pepper, lime juice, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and paprika to create the marinade.
- Rub the marinade all over the pork belly until evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned pork belly in the air fryer basket skin-side up. Cook for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg