Slow Roasted Pork Belly Recipe (Tender & Juicy)

Juicy, tender, and full of flavor — This slow roasted pork belly recipe makes for the perfect dinner. Perfectly oven roasted pork belly with tender, succulent meat. With just 6 ingredients it’s so easy to make.

Easy Roasted Pork Belly

I really hope you give this Roasted Pork Belly a try soon – it’s easy to make and incredibly tasty.

You’ll only need a few simple ingredients to make this dish. Exact amounts are in the recipe card below – here’s a quick overview and tips for choosing a great piece of pork belly.

If you love hearty pork dishes, try my Easy Oven Barbecue Ribs. Pair this with Cheesy Potato Soup for a cozy dinner.

Pork belly – Here’s what to look for to find the perfect piece of pork belly!

Even thickness – Choose a piece that’s as even as possible and at least 1.3″ (3.25 cm) thick, with balanced layers of meat and fat. If it’s too thin, the meat can overcook before the fat renders properly.

Even shape – A neat rectangle or square cooks more evenly and slices nicely.

Flat, dry surface – Prefer fresh pork belly with a dry, flat surface over vacuum-packed pieces that can be wet and wrinkled.

Go fresh when possible – Freshly cut pork belly from a butcher usually offers better texture and flavor than long-packed supermarket options.

Is pork belly the same as bacon?

Not exactly. While they both come from the animal’s abdomen, pork belly is a fresh cut of meat, while bacon is typically smoked, cured, and thinly sliced.

Pork belly is typically sold whole. But even when it’s sliced, the slices are typically much thicker than bacon slices. And again, the meat is fresh – not cured, smoked, dried, or salted.

What you need to make the best Roasted Pork Belly

Pork belly is so rich that it needs just a few seasonings: salt, garlic powder, paprika, chili, and black pepper. Smoked paprika adds a wonderful depth of flavor and is easy to find in most supermarkets.

Serving ideas: creamy beans, scalloped potatoes, or mac and cheese.

Smoked paprika: I love the smoky flavor it adds to this dish. It’s easy to find it in the supermarket next to the other spices.

How To Make Slow Roasted Pork Belly

Gather the ingredients. Cut the pork belly into even pieces and season all over with salt.

Mix the seasoning: garlic powder, smoked (or sweet) paprika, black pepper, and a pinch of chili. Sprinkle the pork belly all over and let it rest for 30–50 minutes so the salt and spices can penetrate.

Scatter peppercorns on top, add a bay leaf, and wrap the seasoned pork belly in parchment paper. This keeps the meat moist while roasting.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Place the wrapped pork belly pieces on a baking tray (middle rack) and roast for about 50 minutes, until tender and sizzling. We’re not crisping the skin — the parchment helps retain moisture.

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Slow Roasted Pork Belly Is Ready

Slice and serve warm. Enjoy!

What Ingredients Are In Slow Roasted Pork Belly?

Storage Roasted Pork Belly

Storage: can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freezing Roasted pork belly can be wrapped and frozen for up to 3 months. The crackling will lose its texture once thawed but the meat will still be delicious. Remove from the freezer and allow to thaw completely in the fridge before using.

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