Glazed Pork Belly Mini Sandwiches: A Toast to the Game
The gastronomic revolution your sports gatherings deserve.
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Equipe Receita Solta
Prep Time30 min
Cook Time150 min
Servings8 servings
DifficultyMedium
Calories540 kcal
Resumo para quem tem pressa
"These slider-style mini sandwiches combine juicy slices of slow-roasted pork belly with crispy crackling, brushed with a spicy creamy guava paste and finger chili jam. Assembled on soft rolls with red cabbage, they are ideal for snacking."
Transform your next game day menu with these irresistible mini sandwiches. The crispy and juicy pork belly, combined with a homemade spicy guava jelly, elevates the concept of appetizers to a new level of flavor. A gourmet experience for any demanding crowd.
O Que Você Precisa Saber
- The initial cooking at 160°C for 2 hours melts the intermuscular fat and tenderizes the meat before the high-heat stage.
- Increasing the oven to 220°C with the skin greased makes the top layer crackle, creating a golden and crispy crust.
- The spicy guava paste jelly with apple cider vinegar adds a sweet-and-sour balance that cuts through the richness of the pork.
Ingredients
Essential Ingredients for your Sliders
1 kg (with skin) Fresh pork belly
2 tablespoons Sal grosso
1 teaspoon Pimenta-do-reino moída
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
2 tablespoons Olive oil
200 g Creamy guava paste or guava paste
2 tablespoons Vinagre de maçã
1/4 cup Water
1 unit (seedless and chopped) Chili pepper
1 teaspoon (optional) Sriracha chili sauce
8 units Mini hamburger buns (sliders)
1/4 unit (thinly sliced) Red cabbage
a gosto Maionese
a gosto (optional, for finishing) Fresh chopped cilantro
Instructions
Step-by-Step for Perfect Sliders
1
<strong>Prepare the Pork Belly:</strong> Dry the pork belly meticulously with paper towels. Next, make shallow diamond-shaped cuts on the skin, ensuring they do not reach the meat. This is crucial to achieving the ideal crispiness.
2
<strong>Season the Pork Belly:</strong> In a small bowl, mix coarse salt, freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture generously all over the pork belly piece, with special attention to the skin. The most important tip is to ensure that the seasonings penetrate well.
3
<strong>Roast the Pork Belly (1st phase):</strong> Preheat the oven to 160°C. Place the pork belly in a baking dish with the skin facing up. Bake for 2 hours, allowing the meat to tenderize while the fat renders out, which can be discarded.
4
<strong>Make the Spicy Guava Jam:</strong> While the pork belly roasts, prepare the jam. Combine the creamy guava paste, apple cider vinegar, water, and chopped red chili pepper in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the guava paste dissolves and the mixture reaches a jam-like consistency. Add Sriracha if you prefer more heat.
5
<strong>Roast the Pork Belly (2nd phase - Crunchiness):</strong> Remove the belly from the oven and increase the temperature to 220°C. Brush a little olive oil on the skin of the meat. Return to the oven for another 30 to 40 minutes, or until the skin is golden and visibly crispy. The secret to this recipe is the super crispy skin.
6
<strong>Rest and Cut:</strong> Remove the pork belly from the oven and let it rest on a board for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting. This rest is vital to preserve the juiciness of the meat. Then, slice into appropriately sized pieces for the sliders.
7
<strong>Assemble the Sliders:</strong> Lightly toast the mini hamburger buns. Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the base, add a portion of the sliced red cabbage, one or two slices of the crispy pork belly, and finish with a generous spoonful of the spicy guava jam. Sprinkle fresh cilantro, if desired.
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Chef Tips
- Dry the belly skin with paper towels and make diamond cuts in the surface fat without reaching the lean meat layer.
- Let the meat rest for 10 minutes on a board before slicing to retain the internal juices and not soften the crackling.
- Toast the mini burger bun halves on the griddle with a drop of butter before applying the mayonnaise and cabbage.
Variations
- Toque asiático: add 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil and ginger zest to the guava paste syrup with pepper.
- Sliders with cheese: position a slice of cheddar cheese or grilled queijo coalho over the hot belly in the sandwich.
- Sriracha sauce: mix 1 teaspoon of sriracha sauce into the base mayonnaise to elevate the spiciness of the mini sandwich.
Substitutions
- Creamy guava paste can be replaced by commercial chili jam mixed with 1 tablespoon of barbecue sauce.
- Apple cider vinegar can be replaced by white wine vinegar or fresh lemon juice in the spicy syrup reduction.
- The sliced red cabbage can be swapped for finely shredded white cabbage, sweet and sour pickled cucumber, or fresh arugula leaves.
How to Store
Keep the sliced pork belly and guava paste in separate containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat the pork slices in the oven at 200°C or in the air fryer for 5 minutes to restore the crispiness of the skin before assembling the sandwiches.
Can You Freeze It?
The whole or sliced roast pork belly freezes very well in vacuum-sealed airtight bags for up to 90 days in the freezer. To consume, thaw in the refrigerator and heat in the air fryer at 200°C to crisp up again. Assemble with fresh bread.
What to Serve With
Classic side dish for rustic french fries, fried cassava with garlic, creamy coleslaw, or breaded onion rings. To toast, pair with craft IPA beer, ice-cold draft beer, or caipirinha.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to achieve the perfect crackling on pork belly skin?
The skin must be very dry before going into the oven; after the initial 2 hours at 160°C, raise to 220°C with a drizzle of olive oil until it pops and gets crispy.
Does the guava paste syrup not make the sandwich overly sweet?
The apple cider vinegar and chopped finger chili pepper balance the sweetness of the guava paste, creating a balanced, sweet-and-sour, spicy contrast.
How to cut the crackled pork belly without breaking the skin?
Use a large, very sharp chef's knife, turning the meat skin-side down on the cutting board to slice with precision.
Can I roast the pork belly the day before the party?
Yes, bake in the first phase at 160°C the day before and keep refrigerated; on the day of the event, heat and crisp the skin at 220°C for 20 minutes before slicing.
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