Irresistible Whiskey Brown Sugar Pork Belly

Deliciously tender pork belly marinated in bourbon and brown sugar for a rich flavor.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 3

Resting Time 10

Total Time 3 25

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

smoker or grill
Whisk
bowl
resealable bag

Ingredients

For the Pork Belly

2 pounds Pork Belly thick-cut, skin-on

For the Marinade

0.5 cups Bourbon Whiskey or brewed black tea or beef broth with vanilla extract
0.5 cups Brown Sugar packed
0.25 cups Maple Syrup
0.25 cups Soy Sauce
4 cloves Garlic minced, no substitutes necessary
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste

For Serving

1 cup BBQ Sauce optional, choose your favorite variety

Instructions

Preparation

Trim any excess fat from the pork belly and cut it into 1.5-inch cubes.
In a bowl, whisk together the bourbon, brown sugar, maple syrup, soy sauce, minced garlic, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt until well blended.
Place the pork belly cubes in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for 8-12 hours.
Preheat your smoker or grill to 275°F (135°C). Arrange the marinated pork belly pieces on the grill or smoker and cook for about 2.5 to 3 hours.
After cooking, allow the pork belly to rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Optionally, brush with BBQ sauce just before serving.

Notes

Serve with creamy potato salad or tangy coleslaw for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 15gCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Keyword BBQ, bourbon, Comfort Food, Grill, pork, Smoked

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