Pork Belly with Espresso BBQ Sauce and Pickled Red Onions
Ingredients
1kg Pork belly
2tbsp paprika
2tbsp smoked paprika
1tbsp garlic powder
1tsp cumin
For the espresso BBQ sauce
250ml ketchup
125ml dark brown sugar
60ml apple cider vinegar
60ml espresso
2tsp smoked paprika
1tsp garlic powder
1/2tsp cumin
For the pickled red onions
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
250ml red wine vinegar
250ml water
125ml sugar
1tsp salt
Method
1) Combine the paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder and cumin in a small bowl, then rub all over the pork belly. Place in a roasting tin and roast at 190C for 45 minutes, until the skin is crisp.
2) Meanwhile, make the espresso BBQ sauce by combining all of the ingredients in a saucepan over a low heat. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, then set aside.
3) For the pickled red onions, combine the vinegar, water, sugar and salt in a saucepan over a medium heat. Bring to the boil, then add the onions and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
4) When the pork belly is cooked, remove from the oven and brush with the espresso BBQ sauce.
5) Serve the pork belly with the pickled red onions and a green salad.
Potential changes & improvements
-You could use a different type of pork, such as pork loin or pork shoulder.
-If you don’t have espresso, you could use strong coffee instead.
-The pickled red onions could be replaced with pickled cucumber or pickled shallots.
What other food it works well with
-This pork belly dish would also work well with roasted potatoes or sweet potatoes.
-It would also be good served with a creamy coleslaw or a simple green salad.
Common Mistakes
-One common mistake is to overcook the pork belly, which will make it tough and dry. Make sure to cook it until the skin is crisp, but the meat is still juicy.
-Another mistake is to not brush the pork belly with the espresso BBQ sauce before roasting, which will result in a less flavourful dish.
Nutritional Information
-This dish is high in protein and fat.
-It contains allergens such as soy, gluten, onion and garlic.