Habanero Lime Pork Belly

This Habanero Lime Pork Belly is a dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. The combination of spicy habanero peppers, tangy lime juice, and savory coconut aminos creates a flavor profile that is both complex and satisfying. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a casual get-together.

The inspiration for this dish came to me on a trip to Mexico. I was visiting a small town in the Yucatán Peninsula, and I had the opportunity to try some of the local cuisine. One of the dishes that I tried was a pork belly that had been marinated in achiote paste. I was immediately struck by the flavor of the pork, and I knew that I had to recreate it at home. I spent several weeks experimenting with different ingredients and techniques, and I finally came up with this recipe for Habanero Lime Pork Belly. This dish is my take on the traditional Mexican dish, and it is sure to please even the most discerning palate.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 120 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs pork belly
• 2 habanero peppers, seeded and minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 tbsp coconut aminos
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2. Score the skin of the pork belly in a crisscross pattern.
3. Combine habanero peppers, garlic, lime juice, coconut aminos, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl to make the marinade.
4. Rub the marinade all over the pork belly, making sure to massage it into the scored skin.
5. Place the pork belly in a roasting pan and roast in the oven for 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and the skin is crispy.
6. Let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Why It Works

• The combination of habanero peppers, lime juice, and coconut aminos creates a flavor profile that is both complex and satisfying.
• The pork belly is cooked slowly in the oven, which allows the meat to become tender and juicy.
• The crispy skin adds a textural contrast to the tender meat.