The exact cook time can vary. Read below for our tips!
If you’re looking for a crispy and juicy pork recipe, air fryer pork belly is the one to try next.
This recipe uses mustard and a simple blend of spices to give the pork belly a rich and savory flavor. The air fryer cooks the pork belly very well, creating a crispy skin and juicy, tender meat.
You can cut the cooked pork belly slices into pieces and serve them as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy them for dinner with sides of your choice!
This recipe takes Eric back to when the extended family would come over for pig roasts. The crispy skin and the tender meat – oozing with natural juices – always go so well together!
Ingredients
To make this pork belly in the air fryer, here are the ingredients that you will need:
- Pork belly – Cut into 1/2-1 inch thick slices. Choose slices with a good balance of meat and fat.
- Mustard – You can either use yellow mustard or Dijon mustard depending on your preference.
- Salt – To enhance the overall flavor of the pork belly.
- Pepper – To add a hint of spice.
- Granulated garlic – Or garlic powder; adds extra flavor.
- Paprika – You can use sweet, hot, or smoked paprika depending on your personal preference.
- Olive oil – Alternatively, you can use avocado oil, canola oil, or oil spray if you have it on hand.
Recipe Tips
Before you tackle this recipe for crispy pork belly in the air fryer, have a quick read through these recipe tips so that you know what to expect – and you get the best pork belly in the end!
- Ideally, choose pork belly slices that have a good balance of meat and fat. They should also be about the same thickness.
- The thickness of the slices can affect the cooking time. Thicker slices will also end up a little more meaty, while thinner slices will be crispier.
- You can adjust the seasoning mix to your liking.
- If you don’t like mustard, you can skip it. Instead just season with spices of your choice.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Place the pork belly slices in the air fryer in a single layer, otherwise, they may not cook evenly.
- The exact cooking time can vary. It depends on the thickness of the pork belly slices, your air fryer, and personal preference. According to the USDA, the internal temperature should reach 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step by Step Instructions
In this section, we’ll show you exactly how to cook pork belly in the air fryer.
All of the recipe process photos have been included so that you can follow along with each step and check your progress as you cook at home!
You can find the detailed, printable recipe card at the bottom of this post if you want to get started cooking and don’t care about the visuals.
First, preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5 minutes or until it indicates that it is preheated.
Meanwhile, spread a little mustard on one side of each pork belly slice.
In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle half of the mixture over the mustard-coated side of the pork belly slices.
Brush the air fryer basket with some olive oil and place the pork belly slices on it, mustard side up. They should not overlap.
Air fry the pork belly slices at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes.
After about 15 minutes, flip the pork belly slices over. Spread some more mustard on them and sprinkle with the remaining spice mixture.
Air fry for another 6-10 minutes or until cooked to your liking and crispy on the outside.
The exact cooking time can vary depending on your air fryer, the thickness of the pork belly slices, and personal preference.
Remove the cooked pork belly slices from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
How long to cook pork belly in the air fryer?
Air fry the pork belly slices at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes on one side, then flip, and cook for another 6-10 minutes on the other side.
The exact cooking time can vary depending on your air fryer, the thickness of the pork belly slices, and personal preference.
Storage Tips
If you have leftover cooked pork belly slices, you can store them in a sealed container or wrapped in foil in the fridge. Properly stored, they will keep for up to 3-4 days.
While stored in the fridge, the pork belly will likely lose some of its crispiness.
To bring some of it back, we recommend reheating the pork belly slices in the air fryer, at a temperature of around 300 degrees Fahrenheit for a few minutes until heated through.
Don’t overcook the pork belly when reheating as this can make it tough.
What to Serve Air Fryer Pork Belly With
Air fryer crispy pork belly can served with many different sides. Potatoes such as regular baked potatoes, twice baked potatoes, or a combo dish like Brussels sprouts and potatoes are always a good choice.
Air fryer green beans or even parsnip fries would also make a nice addition to this pork belly served as a meal!
Related Recipes
If you liked this pork belly recipe, here are some more tasty pork recipes that you may enjoy:
- Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
- Air Fried Ham Steak
- Unbreaded Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
- Crispy Air Fryer Bacon
- Air Fryer Ribs
Air Fryer Pork Belly
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound pork belly, sliced 1/2 to 1-inch thick
- 2 teaspoons mustard, more to taste
- 1/3 teaspoon salt, more to taste
- 1/3 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5 minutes or until it indicates that it is preheated.
- Meanwhile, brush a little mustard on one side of each pork belly slice.1/2 pound pork belly, 2 teaspoons mustard
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle half of the mixture on the mustard-coated side of the pork belly slices.1/3 teaspoon salt, 1/3 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Brush the air fryer basket with some olive oil and place the pork belly slices on it, mustard side up. They should not overlap.1 tablespoon olive oil
- Air fry the pork belly slices at 380 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, flip the pork belly slices over. Spread some more mustard on them and sprinkle with the remaining spice mixture. Air fry for another 6-10 minutes or until cooked to your liking and crispy on the outside. The exact cooking time may vary.
- Remove the cooked pork belly slices from the air fryer and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Choose pork belly slices that have a good balance of meat and fat. They should also be about the same thickness.
- The thickness of the slices can affect cooking time. Thicker slices will also end up a little more meaty, while thinner slices will be crispier.
- You can adjust the seasoning mix to your liking.
- If you don’t like mustard, you can skip it. Instead just season with spices of your choice.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Place the pork belly slices in the air fryer in a single layer, otherwise, they may not cook evenly.
- The exact cooking time can vary depending on your air fryer, the thickness of the pork belly slices, and personal preference. According to the USDA, the internal temperature should reach 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nutrition
This nutritional information has been estimated by an online nutrition calculator. It should only be seen as a rough calculation and not a replacement for professional dietary advice.
