Nothing like the sweetness of a ripe peach incorporated into a delicious glaze over juicy morsels of pan fried Pork Belly Bites. That’s right!!! Just created another winner for dinner recipe Sweet Peach Pork Belly Bites. Sweet Peach inspired with a light boozy tropical twist slathered over juicy flavorful Pork bites. Prepped, cooked and served in less than 30 minutes.

Pork Belly comes from the underside of a hog’s belly after the loin and spareribs have been removed. While it is not for the tender hearted or someone looking for a healthy bite. It provides succulent and flavorful portions that is best enjoyed in small portions. High fat content, it is delicious when prepared and delivers a rich tender and juicy morsel in every bite. Pan seared to crispy browned goodness and delivered to the table in no time.

Dreaming of a Sweet Georgia Peach doesn’t always deliver one but any ripe peach will suffice in this recipe. With the additional of pantry staples such as Soy Sauce, Brown Sugar and Peach Preserves delivers a perfect glaze to compliment Pork Belly Bites. Sweet and Savory and a new favorite meal on any night of the week. Sweet Peach Pork Belly Bites can be served over steamed White Rice or enjoyed as an appetizer on game night. While this is my version of a Peachy Pork Belly Bite, there is always your version that will make it right just for you. Give it a twist and make this recipe your own. There is no right or wrong way to recreate the perfect dish. It is remembering to put as much soul into it as the flavor you want it to give back.

Sweet Peach Pork Belly Bites

Sweet and Savory Peach Glazed Pork Belly Bites infused with a Rum twist.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 2 lbs Pork Belly Sliced into bite size pieces.

Produce

  • 4 Cloves of Garlic Minced.
  • 1/2 Yellow Onion Diced
  • 1 cup Peaches Peeled and diced. May use frozen but may require additional brown sugar in recipe depending on sweetness level desired.
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice

Pantry

  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Peach Preserves
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Water

Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp Ground Ginger
  • Cayenne Pepper Optional
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Sesame Seeds

Spirits

  • 4 oz Coconut Rum

Rice

  • 4 cups White Rice Prepared

Instructions
 

Pork Belly

  • Heat Cast Iron Skillet on medium/high.
  • Add Pork Belly pieces directly to skillet. Do not overcrowd and may need to be cooked in batches.
  • Season generously with Salt and Black Pepper.
  • Pan sear Pork, stirring them consistently until lightly crispy and browned on all sides. Cooking time will vary depending on size of cut pieces but should take approximately 10 minutes or so.
  • Remove cooked Pork pieces and set aside.

Sweet Peach Glaze

  • Lower cooking temperature to Medium.
  • Using the same Skillet, add Minced Garlic and chopped Yellow Onion and saute for 1 minute to release the flavor.
  • Add Peaches, Peach Preserves, Soy Sauce, Rice Wine Vinegar, Lemon Juice, Water, Coconut Rum, Light Brown Sugar, Ginger and a pinch of Cayenne, Salt & Pepper.
  • Stir to incorporate ingredients.
  • Simmer for 3-5 minutes stirring periodically. Remove from heat.
  • Add Pork Belly bites into sauce and stir to coat pieces. Let it sit until ready to serve.

Plating

  • Serve over White Rice and garnish with Sesame seeds for presentation. Enjoy!
Keyword Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon, Peach, Pork, Pork Belly