Crispy Air Fryer Pork Belly Bites
Golden, perfectly crispy pork belly bites made effortlessly in the air fryer. A lighter twist on a beloved classic that delivers incredible crunch without deep frying. Great as a snack, appetizer, or crowd-pleasing party finger food.
🛒 Ingredients
30 servings
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs) skin-on pork belly
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons coarse sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
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Directions
- 1
Slice the pork belly into long strips lengthwise, then cut crosswise into pieces about 2 cm (¾ inch) thick.
- 2
In a bowl, combine lemon juice, coarse salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and minced garlic. Add the pork pieces and toss until fully coated.
- 3
Let the pork marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes so the flavors develop.
- 4
Preheat the air fryer to 200 °C (400 °F) for 5 minutes. Arrange pieces in a single layer without overlapping.
- 5
Cook at 200 °C (400 °F) for 45 minutes, flipping every 15 minutes to ensure even browning and maximum crispiness on all sides.
- 6
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Serve immediately while hot and crunchy.
💡 Chef's Tip
Pat the pork pieces completely dry before marinating — this is the key to extra crispy skin. If your air fryer basket is small, cook in two batches rather than crowding the pieces.
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