Lechon kawali

Get this recipe now for this all-time Filipino favorite dish, Lechon Kawali, pork belly chunks fried to perfection! Deliciously crunchy in every bite!

Lechon, or whole suckling pig, is traditionally prepared for large holiday gatherings in the Philippines, but lechon kawali, a dish of crispy deep-fried pork belly, is served year-round for special occasions. (Kawali refers to the pan used for frying the pork.) To maximize lechon kawali’s crispiness, it’s important to make sure the skin is as dry as possible. In this version, the pork belly is first simmered in a savory broth of onion, garlic, bay leaves and peppercorns, then dried in a low…

This is a recipe for Super Cripsy Lechon Kawali.

Crispy, tender, and juicy Lechon Kawali! Whether you opt for the oven, air-fryer, or traditional deep-frying method, the choice is yours. Discover the "best" method that suits your personal preference and equipment availability. All tips and instructions you need are here!

Credit: Rachel Cook - Half Acre House Credit: Rachel Cook - Half Acre HouseThere are few more perfect things than Filipino lechon kawali, orpork belly with a wonderfully crispy and browned skin. The trick is to simmer and then dehydrate the pork belly first, so that when the skin hits the hot oil, it expands and blisters into airy, crackly deliciousness, like a puff of salt and pork fat. Sometimes Ill serve it with a condiment of diced tomatoes, green onions, and white onions tossed with…

Derek Chen on Instagram: "Lechon Kawali Ingredients * 4 lbs pork belly * 1 red onion(quartered) * 10 cloves garlic(smashed) * 4 bay leaves * 1 tbsp black peppercorns * Salt * 1/4 cup vinegar * 2 tbsp fish sauce * Water * Oil for frying Instructions 1. In a pot add pork belly, red onion, garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, 2 tsp salt, vinegar, and fish sauce. 2. Cover with water, bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 45 minutes. 3. Remove the pork belly and pat it as dry as…

Lechon kawali is a Filipino favorite of crispy fried pork belly that’s famous for its combination of crackling skin and irresistibly juicy meat. Lechon means pork, and kawali is the name of the wok-like Filipino pan it’s traditionally fried in. The dish’s unique texture comes from first boiling the belly to render the fat and tenderize the meat, then allowing it to air-dry to remove excess moisture. Finally, the pork is fried until golden on the outside, melt-in-your-mouth tender inside and…

This juicy, crispy pork belly is made in the style of Filipino lechon kawali by simmering with aromatics before air frying to golden brown perfection