Filipino Lechon Kawali with Vinegar Dipping Sauce
Crispy Pork Belly Delight
A deliciously crispy fried pork belly paired with a tangy vinegar dipping sauce, popular in Filipino cuisine.
- 2 h 30 min
- 6
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Pork Belly
For the Broth
For Frying
For the Vinegar Dipping Sauce
Preparation
Marinating the Pork Belly
Clean Pork Belly
Clean the pork belly and pat dry with paper towels.
Season Pork Belly
Rub salt and pepper all over the pork belly.
Rest to Marinate
Set aside for 30 minutes to let it absorb the seasoning.
Preparing the Broth
Combine Ingredients
In a large pot, combine the water, onion, garlic, bay leaves, soy sauce, and pre-seasoned pork belly.
Boil and Simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
Cook Until Tender
Cook for 1 hour, or until pork is tender.
Ensure to pat the boiled pork belly dry before frying to avoid oil splatters. Pro Tip: Plan to make this dish a day ahead to let the boiled pork chill in the fridge, which helps achieve a crispier texture when fried.
Cooking Process
Deep Frying
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot and fry the pork belly until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Resting
After frying, let the pork belly rest on a wire rack to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
Making the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine vinegar, garlic, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Plating & Serving
Filipino Lechon Kawali with Vinegar Dipping Sauce
Filipino Lechon Kawali with Vinegar Dipping Sauce
Plating & Serving
Slice the crispy pork belly into bite-sized pieces and serve on a platter with dipping sauce on the side.