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Danish Æbleflæsk with Caramelized Onions and Apples

Name: Danish Æbleflæsk with Caramelized Onions and Apples
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 600g pork belly, cut into thick slices; Salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste; Vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon; 2 large onions, thinly sliced; Butter, 1 tablespoon; Salt, a pinch; Tart apples, 3, cored and sliced; Butter, 1 tablespoon; Brown sugar, 1 tablespoon; Fresh thyme leaves, 1 tablespoon; Lemon wedges, for serving

A classic Danish dish combining tender pork belly, sweet caramelized apples, and onions for an unforgettable flavor experience.

4.9(213 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 29, 2026

Danish Æbleflæsk with Caramelized Onions and Apples — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Pork Belly

For the Caramelized Onions

For the Apples

For the Finishing Touch

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 762 kcal
Protein: 11 g
Carbs: 24.5 g
Fat: 72 g
Fiber: 4.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3047 kcal
Protein: 44 g
Carbs: 98 g
Fat: 288 g
Fiber: 17 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
600g pork belly cut into thick slices	2340	42	0	250	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Vegetable oil 1 tablespoon	120	0	0	14	0
2 large onions thinly sliced	88	2	20	0	4
Butter 1 tablespoon	102	0	0	12	0
Salt a pinch	0	0	0	0	0
Tart apples 3, cored and sliced	240	0	64	0	12
Butter 1 tablespoon	102	0	0	12	0
Brown sugar 1 tablespoon	52	0	13	0	0
Fresh thyme leaves 1 tablespoon	3	0	1	0	1
Lemon wedges for serving	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Pork Belly

1
Season Pork
Season the pork belly slices with salt and pepper.
2
Rest
Let them rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
3
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Preparing the Onions

1
Melt Butter
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
2
Cook Onions
Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt, cook until golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
3
Set Aside
Remove from heat and set aside.
Tip: Ensure the apples are sliced uniformly for even cooking.

How to Make Danish Æbleflæsk with Caramelized Onions and Apples

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Baking the Pork
Place the pork belly slices on a baking tray and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and crispy.
2
Caramelizing Apples
In a skillet, melt butter, add apple slices and brown sugar, and cook until tender and caramelized, approximately 10 minutes.
3
Combining Ingredients
Mix caramelized onions and apples together and simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.