Filippino Lechon Kawali

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds pork belly, cut into small pieces
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Water to cover
• Oil for frying

Directions

Combine pork belly, garlic, bay leaves, salt, and pepper in a skillet; pour in enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until skin is tender, 35 to 45 minutes. Drain and let sit at room temperature until pork has air-dried.

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Fry pork in the hot oil, working in batches, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove fried pork with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.