Honey Garlic Pork Belly Bites with Rice
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Honey Garlic Pork Belly Bites with Rice! This dish features tender pork belly glazed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfectly paired with fluffy rice. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, it’s a crowd-pleaser that delivers restaurant-quality taste at home. With its delightful aroma and stunning presentation, this dish is sure to create lasting memories around your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork belly, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork Belly: Pat dry the pork belly cubes with paper towels.
- Marinate: In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and black pepper. Add pork belly cubes and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Sear: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork belly in batches until golden brown and crispy (about 8-10 minutes).
- Add Sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the leftover marinade. Simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Cook Rice: Prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- Serve: Plate pork belly bites over rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli during cooking.- Substitute honey with maple syrup for a different flavor profile.- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.