Amazon Associates PartnerTrusted
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases made through links on this page. This helps support our site at no extra cost to you. Clicking on ingredient or equipment links will take you to amazon.com where you can purchase these items.
Crispy Oven Pork Belly (Poretta)
A tender, juicy Italian‑style pork belly with light, crackling skin made entirely in a home oven. The method combines a low‑temperature poach to keep the meat moist with a high‑heat blast for perfect crackling, all without special equipment.
Shop all ingredients on Amazon in one click • Printable PDF with shopping checklist
Cost Breakdown
Critical Success Points
- • Horizontal book cut and shallow incisions
- • Seasoning the skin with salt
- • Low‑temperature poach at 120 °C
- • 15‑minute steam‑off before high heat
- • High‑heat roast at 250 °C for crackling
Safety Warnings
- • Handle raw pork with clean hands and sanitize all surfaces to avoid cross‑contamination.
- • The oil brush can cause splatter; keep face away from the oven door when opening.
- • Use oven mitts when handling the hot tray and wire rack.
You Might Also Like
Similar recipes converted from YouTube cooking videos
Ragù bianco con tagliatelle
Un ragù bianco cremoso a base di carne di manzo e maiale, sfumato al vino bianco e arricchito con latte, servito con tagliatelle fresche. Una ricetta lenta e avvolgente, perfetta per chi ama i sapori delicati ma intensi della cucina italiana.
Bolognese Lasagna
Homemade lasagna with Bolognese sauce and béchamel, inspired by Italian cuisine with a small Polish touch. Three layers of pasta, simmered minced meat, creamy sauce and gratinated cheese, perfect for a convivial dinner.
Best Italian Tomato PASTA SAUCE RECIPE
A classic Italian basil tomato sauce made with a blended soffritto of carrot, celery, and onion, simmered with high‑quality Italian canned tomatoes, rock salt, and fresh garden basil. Perfect for pasta, pizza, meatballs, or as a versatile topping.
Italians try PASTA CHIPS 😳
A crunchy, cheesy snack made by baking cooked pasta tossed with olive oil and Parmesan until golden. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a tasty after‑dinner bite.
How to Make Pasta e Fagioli (Pasta and Beans)
A comforting, budget‑friendly Italian soup packed with ditalini pasta, cannellini beans, fresh vegetables, and a savory tomato‑broth. Ready in just over an hour, this hearty bowl rivals restaurant versions and is perfect for chilly evenings.
ASKING MY ITALIAN WIFE TO MAKE PASTA FAGIOLI
A quick, comforting Italian-inspired pasta with a simple tomato sauce and white beans. Perfect for a weeknight dinner and ready in under 45 minutes.