Crispy air fryer pork belly bites coated with garlic soy sauce and five spice seasoning, served with green onions and sesame seeds.

Crispy Air Fryer Pork Belly Bites

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Edward TracyRecipe Author
Ingredients
4
Person(s)
  • 1½ pound
    Pork belly
  • 2 tbsp
    Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp
    Oyster sauce
  • 4
    Cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp
    Chinese five spice powder
  • 1 tbsp
    Honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp
    Rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp
    Sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp
    Black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    Salt
  • 1 tbsp
    Cornstarch
Directions
  • Prepare the Pork Belly Marinade

    Pat the pork belly cubes dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps the outside become crispier during air frying. In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, minced garlic, five spice powder, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, black pepper, and salt. Add the pork belly pieces and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor.

  • Coat and Prepare for Air Frying

    Remove the marinated pork belly from the refrigerator and add cornstarch. Toss well until each piece has a light coating. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes. Arrange the pork belly pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding so the hot air can circulate properly.

  • Air Fry Until Crispy

    Air fry the pork belly at 380°F for 18–22 minutes, shaking the basket every 6–7 minutes to cook evenly. The bites should become deeply golden, crispy on the outside, and tender inside. If you prefer extra crispiness, cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.

  • Garnish and Serve

    Transfer the crispy pork belly bites to a serving plate. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy immediately with steamed rice, lettuce wraps, or your favorite Asian dipping sauce

Nutritions
  • Calories:
    520
  • Protein:
    24 g
  • Carbohydrates:
    8 g
  • Fat:
    42 g
  • Saturated Fat:
    15 g
  • Fiber:
    1 g
  • Sugar:
    5 g
  • Sodium:
    980 mg
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