Umami-infused Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends with BBQ Sauce
Indulge in these savory and tender bite-sized smoked pork belly burnt ends bursting with umami flavors, glazed with a tangy BBQ sauce. These irresistible appetizers will leave your guests craving for more!
ingredients
- 2 lbs pork belly, skin removed
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your smoker to 250°F (120°C) and add your favorite wood chips for smoking.
- 2.
Cut the pork belly into 1-inch cubes and place in a large bowl.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and sea salt. Mix well.
- 4.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the pork belly cubes and toss until evenly coated.
- 5.
Arrange the pork belly cubes on a wire rack and place in the preheated smoker. Smoke for 2 hours or until the pork is tender and lightly caramelized.
- 6.
In a small saucepan, combine the BBQ sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and honey. Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes to combine the flavors.
- 7.
Remove the smoked pork belly cubes from the smoker and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the cubes and gently toss to coat each piece.
- 8.
Return the coated pork belly cubes to the smoker and smoke for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize.
- 9.
Remove from the smoker and let the burnt ends rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
- 10.
Serve these irresistible umami-infused smoked pork belly burnt ends as appetizers and relish in their deliciousness!
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