Description
A flavorful recipe for Keto Pork Belly Burnt Ends that combines savory spices and a delicious no-sugar-added barbecue sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds pork belly, diced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
- 1/4 cup no-sugar-added barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup beef stock
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Begin by setting your oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced pork belly with avocado oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if you like it spicy. Mix thoroughly until each piece is well coated in the spice blend.
- Arrange the seasoned pork belly pieces on a baking sheet lined with foil for easy cleanup, ensuring they are spread out in a single layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours, flipping the pieces halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Once the pork belly is done baking, take it out of the oven and place the pieces in a large bowl.
- Pour in the no-sugar-added barbecue sauce, beef stock, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to ensure every piece is generously coated in the sauce mixture.
- Return the glazed pork belly to the baking sheet and pop it back in the oven for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the edges to crisp up and caramelize beautifully.
- After baking, let the pork belly bites sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to settle before serving.
Notes
- These bites can be enjoyed as a delicious appetizer or a hearty main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg