Crispy Roast Pork Belly

 

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound pork belly
• 3 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1.5 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon dried herb mix (dried basil, thyme, rosemary)

PREPARATION

Score skin of pork belly with a sharp knife, taking care to not cut too deeply into the meat. Season with salt, black pepper, sugar, and dried herbs. Set aside.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Set a wire rack on top of the baking sheet. Place pork belly on top of wire rack.
Preheat oven to 450°F.
Place tray into oven and roast pork belly for 25-30 minutes. Reduce temperature to 325°F. Continue roasting for 20-25 minutes.
Remove from oven and cover with foil. Rest pork belly for 25-30 minutes.
Carve meat and serve.