Pork belly slices

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Pork belly slices

Description

Pork belly slices are cuts of pork from the belly, which are known for being fatty, rich, and flavorful. They are popular in many cuisines, like Korean barbecue, and can be prepared in various ways, such as grilling, frying, slow-roasting, or air-frying, often to achieve crispy crackling on the outside and tender meat on the inside. The slices are essentially the same cut of meat used for bacon, but are uncured and unsmoked. What they are Cut: Slices taken from the underside of the pig, which contains a high amount of fat and meat. Characteristics: Rich in flavor, succulent, and can become very crispy when cooked properly. Flavor Profile: Very rich and "porky". How they are cooked Grilling/Pan-frying: Often cooked to render the fat and create a crispy exterior. Slow-roasting: Can be slow-roasted to tenderize the meat, leaving it stringy and flavorful. Air-frying: Can be cooked in an air fryer to achieve crispy results. Braising: Can be braised with other ingredients for a rich, tender dish. Serving suggestions Appetizer or main course: Serve on their own, or with side dishes like arugula salad, steamed asparagus, or sautéed spinach. With breakfast/brunch: Pair with eggs, fresh berries, or keto biscuits. In dishes: Used in recipes like Chinese, Korean, or Philippine dishes. Toppings: Can be used in sandwiches, like with mustard and greens. Accompaniments: Often served with wrap vegetables like lettuce and perilla leaves, along with a dipping sauce in Korean barbecue.

Nutrition

(per 100g)

Calories541
Protein26.9г
Fat43.6г
Carbs0г

Vitamins & minerals

Вітаміни групи B (B1, B2, B3, B6, B12), вітамін D (в невеликій кількості). Містить холін.

How to choose

Обирайте бекон з помірним вмістом жиру та рожевим кольором. Уникайте бекону з сірим відтінком або неприємним запахом. Зверніть увагу на дату виробництва та термін придатності. Краще обирати бекон від перевірених виробників.

How to store

Зберігати в холодильнику при температурі від 0 до +4°C. Упакований бекон може зберігатися до 7 днів. Для тривалого зберігання можна заморозити, але це може вплинути на текстуру. Після відкриття упаковки, бекон слід зберігати в герметичному контейнері.

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