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My Easy No Fail Instant Pot Pork Belly Recipe

Looking for a show-stopping dinner that feels gourmet but takes almost no effort? This easy no fail instant pot pork belly recipe delivers tender, succulent meat in under an hour. First, you’ll season and sear the pork right in your Instant Pot. Next, you’ll add a simple sauce of soy, honey, and aromatics. Then the pressure cooker works its magic, breaking down fat and collagen to yield melt-in-your-mouth texture. Meanwhile, you can prep your sides or pour yourself a drink. When the timer dings, you’ll release pressure and finish under the broiler for a perfectly crisp crust. As a result, you get rich flavor plus a caramelized edge—without standing at the stove. The pork absorbs flavors deeply, so each bite feels rich and savory. Tastes great when serviced with my protein purple rice recipe! You’ll love how beginners can master it. Give this easy no fail instant pot pork belly recipe a try tonight—you’ll amaze everyone at the table.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Rest Time 5 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Cooking Method:
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Best Season: Winter, Fall, Suitable throughout the year
Description

This easy no fail instant pot pork belly recipe transforms a humble cut into a restaurant-quality dish at home. Simply dump the ingredients into your instant pot and prep the rest of your meal hands free! Meanwhile, you can chop green onions or steam your veggies on the side! This method keeps cleanup minimal: one pot, one pan, and you’re done. Whether you serve it over rice, noodles, or steamed buns, this easy no fail instant pot pork belly recipe guarantees crowd-pleasing results every time.

Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 Cup Shaoxing Wine (Substitute for any dry cooking wine of choice)
  • 2 Lb Pork belly
  • 1 Tbsp oil (Olive or avocado both work great!)
  • 2 Tbsp Dark soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar (Substitute for honey if needed)
  • 2 cloves garlic (Whole for mild flavor; minced for stronger flavor)
  • 1 tsp ginger (Whole for mild flavor; minced for stronger flavor)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. 1
    Pat pork belly dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. 2
    Set Instant Pot to Sauté and heat the oil. Add pork belly and brown on all sides, about 2 min per side.
  3. 3
    Turn off Sauté, pour in soy sauce, cooking wine, brown sugar, then stir in garlic and ginger.
    If you want to add less wine for a more mild flavor, add 1/2 cup of cooking wine & 1 cup of broth of choice.
  4. 4

    Secure lid and cook on High Pressure for 15 min.

  5. 5
    Let pressure release naturally for 10 min, then quick-release remaining pressure.
  6. 6
    Set Instant Pot to Sauté and simmer cooking liquid until slightly thickened, about 3–4 min.
  7. 7
    Plate the pork belly with rice and veggies & spoon extra glaze over top
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Rice Zhang
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