Ingredients:
- 1 lb pork belly, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the pork belly, sugar, and salt. Toss to coat.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread the pork belly slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pork belly is cooked through and crispy.
- Let the pork belly cool slightly before slicing and using in spring rolls.
Tips:
- For a crispier pork belly, roast for longer, or until the edges are golden brown.
- If you don’t have time to refrigerate the pork belly, you can still roast it, but it may not be as crispy.
- You can also cook the pork belly in a skillet over medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the pork belly is cooked through and crispy.
Additional Notes:
- Pork belly is a fatty cut of meat, so it is important to trim off any excess fat before cooking.
- Pork belly can be cooked in a variety of ways, but roasting is a good method for getting a crispy exterior and tender interior.
- Pork belly is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, including spring rolls, tacos, and stir-fries.
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FAQ
Do I have to boil pork belly?
Therein, tough cuts are always to be cooked low and slow, because otherwise they toughen up. However, I see some Asian advice, namely prevalent in Chinese, or Filipino cooking, which recommends rapidly boiling the tough meat (like pork belly) for 45-60 minutes in order to tenderise it.
Do spring rolls have pork in them?
A garden spring roll, for example, will be filled with a variety of fresh veggies like carrots, bamboo shoots, bell pepper, and cabbage. And more savory spring rolls tend to be filled with meat in addition to vegetables—typically pork, chicken, and/or shrimp.
How do you wrap crispy spring rolls?
Fold each side of the wrapper towards the middle of the spring roll, and roll it forward while tucking in the front to prevent air pockets from forming. The rice paper wrapper will stick to itself naturally. Place the rolls on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
What is a good substitute for shrimp in spring rolls?
Recipe Substitutions Shrimp – As I mentioned above, you can substitute roasted tofu for shrimp, or just add in extra vegetables or rice vermicelli for some Fresh Veg Spring Rolls.