Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds pork belly , cut into small pieces
• 3 cloves garlic , crushed
• 2 bays leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 cups oil for frying , or as needed

Instructions

1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
2. 2 Combine pork belly, garlic, bay leaves, salt, and pepper in a skillet; pour in enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until skin is tender, 35 to 45 minutes.
3. 3 Drain and let sit at room temperature until pork has air-dried.
4. 4 Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
5. 5 Fry pork in the hot oil, working in batches, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
6. 6 Remove fried pork with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Nutrition per serving