15 Mins
Crispy roasted pork belly with summer salad and a citrus dressing
Crispy roasted pork belly with summer salad and a citrus dressing
PREP TIME
COOK TIME
60 mins
SERVES
4 people
INGREDIENTS
1-1.5 kg piece of pork belly
¼ cup oil
2 tablespoons flaked sea salt
100g rocket leaves, washed
1 cup grapes, halved
1 Nashi pear, sliced thinly
1 mango, sliced thinly
Dressing
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Rind & juice of 1 lime
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½ cup lemon juice
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¼ cup olive oil
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2 teaspoons sugar
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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2 tablespoons water
METHOD
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Using a very sharp knife score the pork rind in thin lines across the surface, a Stanley knife is a great tool for this. Then, rub the oil & salt into the rind.
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Place the pork belly onto an oven rack and bake in the preheated oven at 220 degrees Celsius for 20 minutes.
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Reduce heat to 170 degrees Celsius for a further 40 minutes per kg. Allow to stand 10 minutes prior to serving.
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For the salad, toss together the rocket leaves and prepared fruit in a large bowl. Shake together the dressing ingredients and pour over the salad just prior to serving.
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To serve, slice the pork into thick slices or a small squares. Place salad into the centre of a serving plate and top with pork belly, then garnish with citrus wedges.
GENERAL INFORMATION
If the crackling softens while slow cooking, place the belly under a hot gas grill for 2-3 minutes until crispy.