Pan-Seared Pork Belly and Caramelized Onion Pizza

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A flavorful pizza topped with tender pan-seared pork belly, sweet caramelized onions, mozzarella, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze on a crispy crust. This italian-inspired caribbean ready in about 45 minutes pairs ball (250 grams) pizza dough, grams pork belly slices, large onion, thinly sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 700 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.4 (8 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 700 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 15 ml olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 thinly sliced large onion and sauté for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden. Sprinkle 10 grams brown sugar, stir, and cook another 5 minutes until caramelized. Season with salt to taste. Remove onions and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 15 ml olive oil and 150 grams sliced pork belly. Pan-sear over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side until crisp and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper. Remove and slice into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone inside for 45 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Roll out 1 ball of pizza dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface and transfer to a cornmeal-dusted pizza peel.
  5. Step 5: Evenly spread 150 grams shredded mozzarella cheese over the dough. Top with caramelized onions and pork belly pieces.
  6. Step 6: Bake on the hot pizza stone for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbly.
  7. Step 7: Remove pizza and drizzle 30 ml balsamic vinegar reduction over the top before slicing and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Pork Belly and Caramelized Onion Pizza take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (25 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pan-Seared Pork Belly and Caramelized Onion Pizza?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ball (250 grams) pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Pork Belly and Caramelized Onion Pizza?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pan-Seared Pork Belly and Caramelized Onion Pizza for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pan-Seared Pork Belly and Caramelized Onion Pizza?

Italian caribbean like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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