BBQ Pork Belly Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours

These BBQ Pork Belly Tacos are a delicious twist on traditional tacos, featuring tender, flavorful pork belly that is slow-cooked and then grilled to perfection. This Tacos Recipe is perfect for gatherings or a casual dinner at home.

The combination of smoky BBQ sauce and fresh toppings creates a satisfying meal that is sure to impress your guests.

Delicious BBQ Pork Belly Tacos

This recipe showcases succulent pork belly that is marinated, cooked, and then grilled for a crispy finish. Served in warm tortillas and topped with fresh ingredients, these tacos are a flavorful option for any occasion. The recipe takes about 3 hours from start to finish and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

2 pounds pork belly, skin removed
1/2 cup BBQ sauce, plus more for serving
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

Prepare the Pork Belly: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the pork belly.
Cook the Pork Belly: Place the pork belly in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 2.5 hours or until tender. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Grill the Pork Belly: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Slice the pork belly into bite-sized pieces and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy.
Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Place pieces of grilled pork belly on each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and drizzle with additional BBQ sauce if desired. Serve immediately.