Mexican Pork Belly Recipes That Are Hearty

Today, I’m excited to share a delicious recipe that combines the savory richness of pork belly with the bold flavors of Sriracha. These Sriracha Seared Pork Belly Tacos are perfect for impressing guests or simply treating yourself to something special at home. Let’s dive into the ingredients and step-by-step instructions to create these mouth-watering tacos!

Sriracha Seared Pork Belly Tacos

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll be creating:

Sriracha Seared Pork Belly Tacos ### Ingredients

1 pound pork belly, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Sriracha, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
Add the pork belly cubes into the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Allow them to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or for best results, refrigerate for a few hours to overnight.
Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated pork belly pieces. Cook them for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are caramelized and crispy on the outside while remaining tender on the inside.
While the pork belly is cooking, warm the tortillas on the grill or in a pan for about 30 seconds on each side until they are soft.
Once cooked, remove the pork belly from the heat. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into smaller pieces if desired.
To assemble the tacos, place a generous amount of the Sriracha seared pork belly on each tortilla. Top with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side and enjoy the explosion of flavors!

These tacos are vibrant, spicy, and absolutely scrumptious! Feel free to customize your toppings with extra veggies or sauces as you like. Enjoy every bite!