Sticky Smoked Pork Belly Bites with Fire-Roasted Salsa
This mouthwatering BBQ Smokehouse Appetizer recipe features sticky smoked pork belly bites with fire-roasted salsa. Perfect for tailgate parties or a secret restaurant hack that tastes even better at home, this dish offers a creative twist on the classic American barbecue.
Allergens
Soy, Gluten (depending on Worcestershire sauce)
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork belly, cut into 1
- inch cubes
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish Fire
- Roasted Salsa:
- 3 tomatoes
- 1 jalapeno
- 1 small white onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine pork belly cubes, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the pork belly is evenly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium high heat (around 375°F). Place pork belly cubes on skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece.
- Grill the pork belly skewers for about 10 minutes per side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. During the last 2 minutes of grilling, add the fire roasted salsa ingredients directly onto the hot grill grates and cook for 3 4 minutes until slightly charred and softened.
- Remove skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before plating. Drizzle with any remaining glaze from the marinade. Top with fire roasted salsa and fresh cilantro leaves.
Chef’s Insight
The secret to this dish is letting the pork belly marinate long enough to achieve a sticky and tender result.
Notes
Make sure to use fresh ingredients for a vibrant, bold flavor profile.