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Smoky Peach Pork Belly Bites

Find the perfect recipe for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that captures the essence of the South with this smoky peach pork belly bites dish.

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes (plus marinating time) Cook: 15 minutes Total: 25-30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Southern American

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pork belly, sliced into 1/2
  • inch thick strips 4 ripe peaches, pitted and chopped 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons smoked paprika 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the apple cider vinegar, honey, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create the marinade. Add the pork belly strips and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium high heat. Remove the pork belly from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Grill the pork belly strips for 4 5 minutes per side or until cooked through and slightly charred.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, simmer the chopped peaches in the remaining marinade until the peaches are softened and the mixture has thickened into a glaze, about 10 minutes.
  4. Brush the grilled pork belly with the peach glaze and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to this recipe lies in the marinade - allow the pork belly enough time to soak up all those flavorful spices and peachy goodness!

Notes

This recipe calls for a preheated grill to cook the pork belly strips. Be sure to monitor the heat level and adjust as needed.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish pays homage to the vibrant street food scene found throughout the South, where grilling and outdoor cooking are cherished traditions.