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    Allianna's Kitchen » Recipes » Autoimmune Protocol

    Published: May 14, 2024 · Modified: May 31, 2024 by Allianna Moximchalk · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

    Pork Belly On The Grill

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    I love making Pork Belly on The Grill during the sweet summertime. Cubed pork belly can elevate any dish! I love using this recipe to top off homemade guacamole or even just eat by itself. This delicious treat only requires 5 minutes of hands on time. The pork belly itself has so much flavor, the added seasonings makes this recipe even better!

    cubed grilled pork belly in a bowl

    This seasoned pork belly was inspired by my husband’s favorite taco joint here in Pittsburgh, Tako! Years ago they made Homemade Guacamole with fresh pork belly on top, ever since I have been obsessed with pork belly. If you like this easy pork recipe, be sure to check out my Easy Blackened Pork Chop recipe too! You may also like my other summer BBQ recipes on my blog like my Gluten Free Crab Cakes, Gluten Free Coleslaw, Cucumber Watermelon Salad, Gluten Free Potato Salad, Gluten Free Pigs in A Blanket, and Gluten Free Strawberry Pretzel Salad. 

    Why I Love This Recipe

    • This recipe is naturally dairy free, grain free, paleo, gluten free and soy free. 
    • Despite this recipe having minimal ingredients, this recipe is loaded with flavor!
    • This recipe is versatile. It goes great on top of salads, guacamole and it can also be eaten by itself! I also love making homemade pork belly to put into a lettuce wrap. It makes for a fun lower carb snack! You can also use the pork belly as a main dish over salad. 
    • Here in the United States summer is the best time for grilling season, I love having a variety of fun recipes to make on my gas grill all summer long.
    • If you love pork like I do, you will love the other pork recipes on my blog like my Blackened Pork Chops, Apple Ginger Pulled Pork, Frozen Pork Chops in the Air Fryer, Instant Pot Pork Butt, and my Whole30 Pork Tenderloin.
    • ​If you do not have a grill, you can also cook make Air Fryer Pork Belly. 

    Recipe Ingredients

    pork belly ingredients
    • Pork belly–I like to get my pork belly from Butcher Box. They have the best quality meats and it all gets sent right to your door. If you use my Butcher Box link, you can save on your first order. You can also get pork belly from almost any grocery store. The pork belly should be in bite-sized pieces. 
    • Paprika-Adds a nice kick!
    • Avocado oil-This helps form a marinate for the pork belly. 
    • Sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder-For flavor. I like adding a generous amount of salt to the pork. It really boosts the flavor!
    • Fresh cilantro-This is what makes the guacamole.

    See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

    Optional Ingredients

    • Coconut sugar-If you like your pork belly to be a little sweet coconut sugar is a nice touch. You can also use brown sugar if that is more your thing! It is totally personal preference.
    • Your favorite BBQ sauce-This is totally optional and something that can be added after the pork belly is cooked.  
    • Red pepper flakes-If you like an added kick, this is a fun garnish to add on top.

    This recipe has not been tested with any other substitutions or variations. If you try something else out please let me know how it turns out in the comments below!

    How To Make Pork Belly on The Grill

    Pork belly marinating in a glass bowl.
    Step #1: First pat try the pork with a paper towel. You want to make sure you get rid of any excess moisture. Now, remove the fat cap. I suggest using a sharp knife and doing this on a glass cutting board. Do not use a wood one! The fat drips so this will help eliminate a mess in your grill. Next, using kitchen scissors, cut the pork into 1 inch cubes. You can also make pork belly slices if you plan to use this recipe for tacos instead. Now, add all the spices and oil into a bowl and let the pork belly marinate.
    Marinated pork belly on a piece of foil.
    Step #2: Lastly, set the grill to medium heat. Allow the grill to get hot, then add a piece of foil to the wire rack and directly add the pork belly on top. Grill for 20 minutes without opening the lid, then flip the pork and cook for an additional 20 minutes or until the pork reaches 160 degrees F.

    Chef’s Tips

    • Tip #1: Make sure the pork belly is patted dry prior to cutting and marinating it! This will better help the marinate soak in.

    Recipe FAQs

    What should I serve this with?

    You can eat this pork belly with just about anything! My favorite way to serve it is on top of my Whole30 Guacamole.

    How do I know if pork belly is done?

    You can always use a meat thermometer to see if it reached 160 degrees F, however they may be a little difficult because the pieces are so small. You could also cut a small piece and examine the middle of it. It should be a light brown color.

    How can I make crispy pork belly?

    You can use a two-zone fire method. First start by indirect cooking, place the pork belly on the second rack in the grill where there is indirect heat. Then, once the pork belly is 75% of the way cooked, add it to direct heat and directly over the flame for the remaining time. This will give your tender pork belly a nice little crisp on the edges. 

    grilled pork belly 6

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    Pork Belly On The Grill

    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes minutes
    Servings 3 servings
    Author Allianna Moximchalk
    906kcal
    Cost $6
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    Equipment

    • Grill

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound pork belly
    • 2 tbsp avocado oil
    • 2 tbsp Paprika
    • 1 tbsp garlic powder
    • 1 tsp onion powder
    • 1/4 tsp sea salt

    Instructions

    • Preheat the grill to 350. Add the cubed pork belly, oil and spices to a boil to marinate the pork. Next, lay down a large piece of foil on the grill and arrange the pork in a single layer. Do not open the grill for 20 minutes. Open the grill once the 20 minutes is up, and flip the pork and cook for an additional 20 minutes or until the pork reaches an internal temp of 160 degrees F. Remove from the grill and serve.
    • If you enjoyed this recipe it would mean the world to me if you rated it and left a comment below. It helps others find it on google.

    Notes

    Storage: This recipe can be stored in an air tight glass container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
    Nutrition: The nutrition for this recipe is an estimate and the calorie count is not guaranteed.  
    Servings: This recipe should yield 3 servings. 
    This easy pork belly recipe goes great with just about anything! We love to make it to go on top of tacos and salads.
    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 906kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 90g | Saturated Fat: 30g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 44g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 261mg | Potassium: 331mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 209IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Lori says

      February 14, 2022 at 1:29 pm

      5 stars
      This pork belly is so good and full of flavor! Perfect for a summer grill out

      Reply
      • Allianna Moximchalk says

        February 14, 2022 at 1:47 pm

        Pork belly is a great addition to any meal! Thanks for reviewing

        Reply
    5 from 1 vote

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