Air Fryer Pork Belly

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For juicy, tender pork belly with a crispy skin, cook it in the air fryer! You’ll love this perfectly seasoned and easy-to-prep Air Fryer Pork Belly.

slices of pork belly on a plate

Pork Belly In Air Fryer Without Boiling

Imagine sinking your teeth into tender pork belly with that satisfying crunch—air fryer pork belly brings that irresistible texture and flavor. And the air fryer is the best appliance for cooking it. It’s a hassle-free way to achieve that crispy perfection without the need for excessive oil or a long cooking time.

air fryer opened to show pork belly cooking inside

Air fryer pork belly is like crispy, flavorful goodness cooked to perfection! In a short time, you’ll have these golden-brown, crispy pork belly bites that are bursting with flavor. You can season it with various spices, herbs, or sauces to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re a pork lover or just looking for a quick, delicious dish, air fryer pork belly is a simple, mouthwatering option that’s sure to delight your taste buds.

Looking for other pork dishes cooked in the air fryer? Try Air Fryer Pork Bites, Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin, and Shake N Bake Pork Chops In Air Fryer.

seasoned slices of pork belly on a plate

How To Make Air Fryer Pork Belly

Prep the pork belly by slicing into 1″ thick pieces.

Lay it out on a preparation surface and top with olive oil and seasonings. We used salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.

Rub oil and seasoning onto the pork belly. Then flip the pieces over and repeat on the other side- season and rub in.

air fryer opened to show tasty pork belly slices cooking inside

Once the pork belly is ready, add it (skin side up) to the basket of your air fryer. Heat at 400 degrees for 25 minutes. Check doneness of pork belly by measuring internal temperature with a meat thermometer. Pork should register at least 200 degrees in the center.

If the pork is done, pull it out of the air fryer basket and lay it on a serving plate.

Cooking Tips

  • Use seasonings of your choice in this recipe
  • Make sure skin is well-oiled before cooking, for that crispy texture
  • Thicker pieces may take longer than 25 minutes. If need be, cook it for another 5 minutes or until done

pork belly slices cooking in an air fryer basket

Is Pork Belly Better In The Air Fryer Or Oven?

The air fryer is the best appliance for cooking pork belly as the high heat crisps up the skin while keeping the meat tender and juicy.

flavorful pork belly cooking in an air fryer

How To Get Crispy Skin On Pork Belly?

Be sure to brush olive oil on the pork belly skin before cooking to achieve that tasty, crispy skin.

crispy and tender Air Fryer Pork Belly pieces on a plate

What To Serve With Air Fryer Pork Belly

This flavorful and tender meat would make a great, keto meal with some sautéed veggies like Sautéed Arugula, Sautéed Leeks, or Sautéed Bell Peppers Recipe.

Or, for extra flavor, top pork belly slices with a homemade sauce like Instant Pot Cherry Tomato Sauce, Instant Pot BBQ Sauce Recipe, or Basil Pesto Sauce Recipe (Fresh Italian Homemade Pesto, Best Ever!).

seasoned and crisp pork belly slices on a plate

More Easy Air Fryer Dinner Recipes

Air Fryer Chicken Leg Quarters

Aldi Red Bag Chicken In Air Fryer

Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan

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Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs In Air Fryer

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Air Fryer Pork Belly

For juicy, tender pork belly with a crispy skin, cook it in the air fryer! You'll love this perfectly seasoned and easy-to-prep Air Fryer Pork Belly.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner, low-carb, Pork
Keyword: Air Fryer Pork Belly
Cooking Method: Air Fryer
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 2366kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pork belly
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

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Instructions

  • Prep the pork belly by slicing into 1" thick pieces.
  • Lay it out on a preparation surface and top with olive oil and seasonings.
  • Rub oil and seasoning onto the pork belly. Then flip the pieces over and repeat on the other side- season and rub in.
  • Once the pork belly is ready, add it (skin side up) to the basket of your air fryer. Heat at 400 degrees for 25 minutes. Check doneness of pork belly by measuring internal temperature with a meat thermometer. Pork should register at least 200 degrees in the center.
  • If the pork is done, pull it out of the air fryer basket and lay it on a serving plate.

Notes

  • Use seasonings of your choice in this recipe
  • Make sure skin is well-oiled before cooking, for that crispy texture
  • Thicker pieces may take longer than 25 minutes. If need be, cook it for another 5 minutes or until done
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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 2366kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 242g | Saturated Fat: 88g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 26g | Monounsaturated Fat: 113g | Cholesterol: 326mg | Sodium: 921mg | Potassium: 862mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 47IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg
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