@mengseats shares a quick and easy method for making incredibly crispy pork belly in under an hour. This recipe uses a simple spice rub and a special technique with salt to draw out moisture, resulting in a perfectly crunchy skin and tender meat.
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Pat the pork belly dry. Using a meat tenderizer or fork, poke many small holes all over the skin.
In a small bowl, combine salt, garlic powder, and five-spice powder to create the rub.
Flip the pork belly over and score the meat side in a diamond pattern, being careful not to cut through to the skin. Rub the spice mixture all over the meat, getting it into the crevices.
Create a boat out of aluminum foil, wrapping it around the sides of the pork belly but leaving the skin exposed.
Brush the exposed skin with white vinegar, then pour a thick, even layer of coarse salt over the top to draw out moisture.
Place the pork belly in the air fryer and cook at 250°F for 30 minutes.
Carefully remove the pork belly from the air fryer. Scrape off the salt crust completely and brush the skin with vegetable oil.
Return the pork belly to the air fryer and cook at 400°F for 20-30 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and very crispy.
Let the pork belly rest for a few minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces. Serve immediately.
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