Slow Roasted Char Siu Pork Belly

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 1

Slow Roasted Char Siu Pork Belly Recipe

by The Chefin Pork

Prep

10 min

Cook

3 hrs

Ready In

3 hrs 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

802

Sugar

21g

Fat

60g

Slow Roasted Char Siu Pork Belly is a traditional Chinese dish that has become popular all over the world. The dish features succulent pork belly that has been marinated in a sweet and savory sauce known as char siu sauce. Slow roasting the pork belly ensures that it is full of flavor, juicy, and has a crispy skin. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion. The Slow Roasted Char Siu Pork Belly recipe is easy to follow, requires only a few ingredients, and is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F.
2.	Score the skin of the pork belly with a sharp knife or razor blade.
3.	In a small saucepan, bring the water, ginger, and garlic to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
4.	Brush the char siu sauce all over the pork belly and place it in a baking dish.
5.	Pour the ginger and garlic water into the bottom of the dish, then cover tightly with foil.
6.	Roast in the oven for 2-3 hours, until the pork is tender and cooked through.
7.	Remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 200°C/400°F.
8.	Roast for a further 30 minutes, until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
9.	Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

The Slow Roasted Char Siu Pork Belly is succulent, full of flavor, and has a crispy skin.

This dish is easy to make and does not require many ingredients.

CONS

The pork belly is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork belly is a good source of protein and contains essential nutrients like thiamin, niacin, phosphorus, and zinc.
The ginger and garlic in this recipe can help with digestion, and char siu sauce is a good source of antioxidants.

	2 kg pork belly , ribs removed
	250 ml water
	1 piece ginger , chopped coarsely
	6 garlic cloves , chopped coarsely
	6 tablespoons char siu sauce