Crispy Pork Belly (Oven)
How to Cook Pork Belly is a simple, straightforward recipe that teaches you how to make the most delicious, simple roasted Hill Meat Pork Belly! The flavors are so amazing, and the technique is incredibly easy! Let's get to cooking!

INGREDIENTS
Instructions
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STEP 1.
Combine kosher salt, ground black pepper, coriander and fennel seed (if using) into a small bowl.
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STEP 2.
Place pork belly on a large plate and score, criss-crossed, on the fat side (being careful not to cut into the meat) and rub all over with the dry rub.
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STEP 3.
Wrap in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 24 hours (this is to marinate the pork belly, if you do not want to wait that long you can skip this step it just won't be as flavorful)
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STEP 4.
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
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STEP 5.
Place pork belly in a large cast iron skillet, fat side up.
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STEP 6.
Cook pork belly, middle rack and uncovered, for 50 minutes; baste halfway through.
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STEP 7.
Drop temperature to 250 degrees F and cook for another 40-60 minutes. Feel free to baste one more time. (cooking time may vary make sure the internal temperature is up to 195 degrees F).
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STEP 8.
Remove from oven and let cool.
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STEP 9.
You can serve immediately OR after it cools you can wrap in in plastic wrap or foil and place in the refrigerator. The next day, cut into thick slices and sear on both sides before serving, warming the pork belly through.
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STEP 10.
Serve alone, with some Braised Bok Choy or in some yummy Pork Belly Ramen!