Bold & Smoky Chipotle Pork Belly Tacos

Allergens

Dairy (Mayonnaise)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs pork belly, cubed into 1" pieces
• 8 corn tortillas
• 1 cup chipotle mayo (see instructions)
• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine pork belly pieces with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Grill pork belly until crispy on the outside but still tender inside, about 4 minutes per side. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, prepare chipotle mayo by combining 1 cup mayonnaise with 2 finely chopped chipotles in adobo sauce and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
4. In another small bowl, combine lime juice with cilantro leaves and mix well.
5. Assemble tacos by placing grilled pork belly on warm corn tortillas, spreading a dollop of chipotle mayo, drizzling lime cilantro mixture, and finishing with a touch more cilantro. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

Use a combination of grilling and pan-searing to achieve the perfect balance of charred edges and tender interior in the pork belly.

Notes

For best results, use fresh pork belly from a local butcher and purchase fresh corn tortillas from your favorite Mexican grocery store.