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Air Fryer Pork Belly Bites Recipe Easy Crispy Snack to Try Today

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Crispy on the outside, tender inside pork belly bites made quickly and easily in the air fryer, perfect for snacking or appetizers.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 to 1.5 pounds pork belly, skin-on if possible
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt or kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Pinch of cayenne or chili powder (optional)
  • Optional: dried thyme or other herbs

Instructions

  1. Pat dry 1 to 1.5 pounds of pork belly with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a large bowl, toss pork cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon coarse salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and a pinch of cayenne if using. Mix well.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  4. Place pork belly bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
  5. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through at 10 minutes.
  6. If desired, cook an additional 3-5 minutes for extra crispiness, watching closely to avoid burning.
  7. Let pork belly bites rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat pork belly dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket for even cooking. Flip halfway through cooking. If skin isn’t crispy enough, try drying more or cooking a few minutes longer. Baking powder can be used sparingly for extra crunch but may add bitterness. Leftovers reheat well in air fryer at 375°F for 5-7 minutes.

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