Low Fat Grilled Pork Belly
Experience guilt-free indulgence with our Low Fat Grilled Pork Belly recipe, a flavorful twist on a rich favorite that’s made lighter without sacrificing taste. Skillfully trimmed and marinated in a zesty blend of low-sodium soy sauce, fresh lemon juice, garlic, honey, and aromatic thyme, this dish boasts a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and sweet notes. Grilled to golden perfection with minimal oil, these tender pork belly strips deliver satisfying smoky char and mouthwatering flavor in every bite. Ready in under an hour, this healthier take on pork belly pairs beautifully with fresh salads or steamed veggies for a balanced, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for those seeking a lower-fat option while enjoying rich barbecue flavors, this recipe is destined to become a new favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Pork belly
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce, low sodium
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme, chopped
Instructions
Start by trimming all excess visible fat from the pork belly to ensure this dish remains low in fat.
Slice the pork belly into thin strips, about 1/2 inch thick.
In a large bowl, combine the low sodium soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, black pepper, salt, and chopped fresh thyme to create the marinade.
Add the pork belly slices to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the pork belly marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and brush it lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Once heated, arrange the marinated pork belly slices on the grill pan in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.
Grill the pork belly for about 8-10 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the pork belly from the grill pan and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the grilled pork belly hot, paired with a fresh salad or your favorite healthy side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2959 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 293.1 g | 376% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.9 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 2458 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 50.6 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1028 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
