Deep-Fried, Sous Vide, 36-Hour, All-Belly Porchetta Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

This deep-fried, sous vide, 36-hour, all-belly porchetta is a showstopper dish that will impress your guests. The pork belly is first seasoned with a flavorful herb and spice rub, then cooked sous vide for 36 hours to achieve a tender and juicy texture. After that, it is deep-fried to create a crispy and golden crust. The result is a succulent and flavorful porchetta with a perfect balance of crispy skin and melt-in-your-mouth meat.

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Ingredients for Deep-Fried, Sous Vide, 36-Hour, All-Belly Porchetta Recipe

  • 0.17 kilogram Pork Belly, Skin
  • 0.17 tablespoon Fennel Seeds
  • 0.17 tablespoon Rosemary, Chopped
  • 0.17 tablespoon Thyme, Chopped
  • 0.17 tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 0.17 tablespoon Paprika
  • 0.17 tablespoon Salt
  • as required Oil For Deep Frying

Directions: Deep-fried, Sous Vide, 36-hour, All-belly Porchetta Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Prepare the pork belly by scoring the skin and rubbing it with a mixture of herbs, spices, and salt.
  • STEP 2.Vacuum seal the pork belly and cook it sous vide at 65°C (149°F) for 36 hours.
  • STEP 3.Remove the pork belly from the sous vide bath and let it cool completely.
  • STEP 4.Heat a large pot of oil to 180°C (350°F). Carefully lower the pork belly into the hot oil and deep-fry it until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
  • STEP 5.Remove the porchetta from the oil and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to score the skin of the pork belly deeply to allow the fat to render and the skin to crisp up.
  • If you don't have a vacuum sealer, you can use a heavy-duty ziplock bag and remove as much air as possible before sealing.
  • Use a deep-fry thermometer to monitor the oil temperature and maintain it at a consistent level.
  • Let the porchetta rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover porchetta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat, place the porchetta in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 15-20 minutes until warmed through.
  • Serve the porchetta sliced on a platter with some crusty bread, pickles, and mustard for a delicious sandwich or as part of a charcuterie board.
Nutrition
value
706
calories per serving
41 g Fat80 g Protein5 g Carbs5 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    41g
  • Protein
    80g
  • Carbs
    5g
  • Fiber
    5g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    5g
  • Protein
    80g
  • Fiber
    5g

Fats

  • Fat
    41g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    172mg
  • Iron
    12mg
  • Vitamin A
    29mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    10mg
  • Vitamin B6
    1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    48mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    4mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    4mcg
  • Magnesium
    155mg
  • Manganese
    2mg
  • Phosphorus
    665mg
  • Selenium
    162mcg
  • Zinc
    12mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp