In this video, you'll learn how to make an amazingly crispy, crackling pork belly using an air fryer. This classic Chinese roasted pork belly dish is a favorite for its crispy, crunchy skin, and juicy, melt-in-your-mouth meat.
Follow along as an experienced Chinese chef shows you the secrets to achieving that perfect crispy pork skin texture in the air fryer. From the essential prep work of drying out the skin to the ideal air frying time and temperature, you'll get pro tips every step of the way.
This air fryer method is not only easy but also much healthier than traditional deep-frying. You'll be amazed at how simple it is to create this delectable dish at home with minimal oil.
Get ready to impress your family and friends with this authentic crispy pork belly that's sure to be a hit! The chef will also share tasty ways to enjoy the luxuriously tender pork meat and crispy, shatteringly crunchy skin.
Whether you're a pork belly lover or just looking to master a classic Chinese cooking technique, this video is a must-watch. Like, subscribe, and let us know how your air fryer crispy pork belly turns out!
Here's the recipe for Air Fryer Crispy Skin Pork Belly:
Ingredients:
1 lb pork belly slab
2 tsp salt (for meat)
1 tsp white pepper
1 tsp Chinese 5-spice powder
2 tsp Chinese fermented black bean sauce (ground)
2 tsp baking soda (for skin)
2 tsp salt (for skin)
Water for marinating skin
Instructions:
1. Prepare the pork belly by cutting it into a size that will fit in your air fryer. Make slits about two fingers width apart on the meat side.
2. Marinate the meat side with 2 tsp salt, white pepper, Chinese five-spice powder, and Chinese bean sauce. Massage the seasonings into the meat and flip the pork belly over.
3. For the skin side, sprinkle 2 tsp baking soda over it and add 1 tsp water. Massage the baking soda mixture into the skin until it's evenly coated. Then, sprinkle 2 tsp salt over the skin and add another 1 tsp water. Massage the salt mixture into the skin.
4. Place the marinated pork belly on a tray and refrigerate uncovered overnight.
5. The next day, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the pork belly and parboil for 5 minutes to remove impurities and add moisture to the meat.
6. Remove the pork belly from the boiling water and use BBQ forks to poke holes all over the skin side.
7. Line the air fryer basket with tin foil and place the pork belly meat-side up. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 25 minutes.
8. Take the pork belly out and poke the skin side again with the BBQ forks. 9. Flip the pork belly over, so the skin side is facing up, and air fry at 200°C (400°F) for another 25 minutes.
10. Remove the crispy pork belly from the air fryer and let it cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing into pieces.
Serve the Air Fryer Crispy Skin Pork Belly with steamed rice and enjoy the crunchy, crackling skin and tender, juicy meat.
Let me know if you need any clarification or have additional questions!