Bourbon Glazed Pork Belly

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).

2. 2

   Season the pork belly with salt and pepper on all sides.

3. 3

   Place the pork belly in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the pork is tender.

4. 4

   While the pork belly is roasting, combine the bourbon, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and ground ginger in a saucepan over medium heat.

5. 5

   Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until it has reduced by half and has a syrupy consistency, about 15-20 minutes.

6. 6

   Once the pork belly is tender, remove it from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).

7. 7

   Generously brush the bourbon glaze over the pork belly.

8. 8

   Return the pork belly to the oven and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and the pork belly has a nice, crispy exterior.

9. 9

   Remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

10. 10

    Serve the sliced pork belly with extra glaze on the side if desired.