Whole30 Chashu Pork
Indulge in the bold, savory flavors of Whole30 Chashu Pork—an exceptional twist on the classic Japanese dish, made entirely compliant with Whole30 guidelines. This recipe transforms tender pork belly into a succulent centerpiece, marinated and slow-simmered in a fragrant blend of coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, ginger, garlic, and Whole30-friendly sauces. It's incredibly flavorful yet free of added sugars or soy, making it ideal for clean eating. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly juicy, the pork belly is rolled, simmered in a nutrient-rich broth, and sliced into melt-in-your-mouth pieces. Whether served as a standalone dish, paired with roasted vegetables, or used in wraps and salads, this Whole30 Chashu Pork is sure to elevate your mealtime while keeping you on track with your health goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork belly
- 0.5 cup coconut aminos
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 thumb-sized piece, sliced ginger
- 5 cloves garlic
- 3 stalks, cut into thirds green onions
- 1 medium, sliced onion
- 1 tablespoon whole30 approved hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons whole30 compliant fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
Instructions
Start by preparing the pork belly. Roll it tightly and secure with kitchen twine around 1-inch intervals to hold its shape during cooking.
In a large Dutch oven or pot, combine the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, water, ginger, garlic, green onions, onion, hot sauce, fish sauce, and black peppercorns.
Place the prepared pork belly into the pot with the mixture, ensuring it is mostly submerged in the liquid.
Bring the contents to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer gently for 90-120 minutes, turning the pork occasionally to ensure even cooking.
After cooking, check for tenderness. The pork should be very tender and infused with flavor.
Once done, carefully remove the pork from the pot and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing.
Slice the pork into thin slices and serve with some of the cooking liquid drizzled on top or alongside as a sauce.
Enjoy your Whole30 Chashu Pork as a main dish or incorporate it into other meals such as salads or wraps.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4977 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 481.6 g | 617% | |
| Saturated Fat | 175.1 g | 875% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 653 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 5790 mg | 252% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.6 g | ||
| Protein | 93.3 g | 187% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1760 mg | 37% | |
*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.
