Lavender and Honey Glazed Pork Belly
This succulent pork belly is infused with the delicate flavors of lavender and honey, resulting in a sweet and aromatic dish.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Honey - 1/4 cup
- Lavender buds - 2 tablespoons
- Pork belly - 2 pounds
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Score the skin of the pork belly with a sharp knife, making shallow cuts in a crisscross pattern.
- In a small bowl, combine the lavender buds, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the lavender and honey mixture all over the pork belly, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork belly to the skillet, skin side down, and sear for 5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- Flip the pork belly and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Roast the pork belly for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and cooked through.
- Remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the lavender and honey glazed pork belly slices with your choice of side dishes.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 8g