Portuguese Pork Belly with Kale | Easy Authentic Recipe
This authentic Portuguese pork belly features tender slices marinated in white wine, garlic, and sweet paprika for a rich, smoky flavor profile. Paired with garlicky sautéed kale, this easy pork belly recipe offers a balanced, high-protein meal. The citrusy lemon finish cuts through the richness, providing a unique Mediterranean twist on traditional crispy pork belly and kale dishes.
Ingredients
Directions
- Season the pork belly with salt, pepper, minced garlic, paprika, white wine, and lemon juice and set aside for about an hour or a little longer.
- Heat a grill. Once hot, cook the slices of pork belly until golden and crispy on both sides, and place 2 slices per plate.
- Bring a pot of water with salt to a boil.
- Add the kale and cook for 5 minutes.
- Once done, drain well and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the kale and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring it a few times with a wooden spoon.
- Season the kale with salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide the kale between the 4 plates (with the slices of pork belly already on them).
- Enjoy with a good glass of wine.
Adapted from a Recipe by: Paula
Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)
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