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Dan Barber's Pork Belly

Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 17 Jan 2026

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This exquisite pork belly recipe focuses on patience and precision to achieve a melt-in-the-mouth texture. By curing the meat for three days before a long, slow braise, the flavours deepen significantly, resulting in a savoury depth that is rarely found in quicker methods. It is a celebratory way to prepare this popular cut, ensuring the meat remains succulent while providing the perfect base for a crisp, golden finish.

As a naturally dairy-free main course, this dish is ideal for an impressive weekend dinner party or a sophisticated Sunday roast alternative. The overnight cooking process does most of the hard work for you, leaving you with tender portions that only require a quick sear in a frying pan to reach perfection. Serve alongside seasonal greens and a light jus for a truly balanced meal.

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Ingredients for Dan Barber's Pork Belly

  • 1/2 pork belly (approximately 2.7kg s)

  • 475ml cure mix

  • 1.9L rich chicken stock (water can be substituted)

How to make Dan Barber's Pork Belly

Rub the pork belly with the dry cure and refrigerate for 3 days.

On day 3, rinse the pork belly and place in a casserole pan as close to the size of the belly as possible. Preheat the oven to 93°C.

Cover belly with rich chicken stock and cover pan. Place in oven and cook overnight, about 7 hours.

Remove belly from braising liquid, drain, and cut into serving pieces. To serve, sear the fat side of the belly until crispy.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 17 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

    Peer reviewed by

    UK recipe editors
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