Pan-Seared Pork Belly with Honey Soy Glaze

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Thick slices of pork belly pan-seared until the edges crisp up, then finished with a sticky honey soy glaze for a rich, savory-sweet flavor. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs tablespoons soy sauce, tablespoons honey, tablespoon rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, 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.

★ 4.6 (15 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon minced ginger, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil to create the honey soy glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering; add 1 pound of 1/2-inch thick pork belly slices in a single layer without crowding.
  3. Step 3: Sear pork belly slices for 4-5 minutes on each side until the edges are golden and crispy and the fat renders nicely.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low, pour the honey soy glaze over the pork belly slices, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, spooning the glaze to thicken and coat the pork evenly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 tablespoons sliced green onions, and serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Pork Belly with Honey Soy Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 with Honey Soy Glaze?

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 tablespoons soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Pork Belly with Honey Soy Glaze?

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 with Honey Soy Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 with Honey Soy Glaze?

Asian pork 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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