For a delicious and satisfying meal, try these crispy pork belly lettuce cups. This dish combines juicy, flavorful pork belly with fresh vegetables and a zesty sauce, making it perfect for a sharing platter or a special dinner.
Ingredients:
- 800g pork belly
- 3 tbsp salt flakes
- 2 tbsp oil
- 10 romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 carrot, shredded
- 1 cucumber, finely sliced
- 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
- 1 tbsp Lao Gan Ma chilli oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 cup cooked rice
Method:
- Prepare the Pork Belly:
- Pat the pork belly dry to absorb as much moisture as possible. Score the skin down to the fat in a criss-cross pattern and rub in the salt flakes.
- Roast the Pork Belly:
- Preheat your Ninja oven to 350°F (175°C) on the gourmet roast setting. Place the pork belly inside for 15 minutes. After this time, remove the pork belly, add oil to the skin, and return it to the oven for an additional 5 minutes on top heat. This will ensure a crispy skin.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix together the sweet chilli sauce and Lao Gan Ma chilli oil.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Remove the pork belly from the oven and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Arrange the pork belly pieces on a serving board with the romaine lettuce leaves, shredded carrot, finely sliced cucumber, and cooked rice. Serve with the sweet chilli sauce mixture for dipping.
Enjoy these crispy pork belly lettuce cups as a fun and flavorful dish that combines rich pork with fresh veggies and a touch of heat. They’re perfect for sharing and make a great addition to any meal.