Crispy Pork Belly Tacos

    Crispy Pork Belly Tacos

    Twice-cooked pork belly with pineapple salsa and lime crema.

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    90 minsHard4 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    640

    Calories

    24g

    Protein

    36g

    Carbs

    46g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 lbsPork belly
    • 12 kleineCorn tortillas
    • 1 cup dicedFresh pineapple
    • 1/2 bunchCilantro
    • 2 tbspLime juice
    • 2 tbspPickled jalapeños

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Slow-roast pork belly at 300°F for 1 hour until tender.

    2. 2

      Dice and pan-fry pork until edges are crispy.

    3. 3

      Mix pineapple and cilantro for the salsa.

    4. 4

      Assemble tacos with pork, salsa, and a squeeze of lime.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 4Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories640

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 46g59%
    Saturated Fat 13.8g69%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 75mg25%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Total Carbohydrate 36g13%
    Dietary Fiber 3g11%
    Sugars 5.4g
    Protein 24g48%
    Vitamin A 200 IUVitamin C 28 mgCalcium 45 mgIron 1.2 mg

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    💡 Tips for Crispy Pork Belly Tacos

    • • Let meat rest for 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy.
    • • Roll citrus on the counter before juicing to get more juice out.

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