Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
- 2
Pat the pork belly slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- 3
In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika and kosher salt together.
- 4
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of each pork belly slice.
- 5
Place the seasoned pork belly slices on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to allow air circulation.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until the slices are golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving to allow them to crisp up further.
Tips from the Chef
For extra crispiness, make sure the pork belly slices are as dry as possible before seasoning.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and re-crisp briefly in a hot oven before serving.
Adjust smoked paprika amount to your desired level of smokiness.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork belly (skin removed, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (adds smoky flavor)
- 1 tsp kosher salt (for seasoning)
Nutrition
(per serving)
Calories
625
Protein
10.3 g
Carbs
0.3 g
Fat
64.8 g
