Air Fryer Crispy Pork Belly Cubes

Ingredients

• 700 g pork belly, skin on, scored
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp five-spice powder
• 0.5 tsp baking soda (optional, for crispier skin)

Steps

1. Pat the pork belly very dry. Score the skin deeply but not through the meat. Rub salt and baking soda (if using) into the skin. Rub five-spice powder on the meat side.
2. Preheat your air fryer to 160°C (325°F). Place the pork belly skin-side up in the air fryer basket.
3. Cook for 30 minutes at 160°C (325°F). This renders the fat.
4. Increase the air fryer temperature to 200°C (390°F). Cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until the skin is puffed and very crispy. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
5. Remove from air fryer, let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into cubes and serve.