Pork belly

Pork belly is a boneless and fatty cut of pork. The pork belly futures contract became an icon of futures and commodities trading. Pork belly is usually crispy on the outside and juicy inside.

Regional dishes

Korea

In Korea, pork belly with the skin removed is known as samgyeopsal (삼겹살).

Philippines

In the Philippines, pork belly is very popular. Lechon kawali is a pork belly that is seasoned, deep-fried, and served by being chopped into pieces.

United States

Cooked salt pork with a "streak o' lean"

In the United States, bacon is most often made from pork bellies.

Health benefits

Pork belly is a good source of protein, which is essential for various bodily functions. Protein aids in muscle growth, repair, and maintenance, supports the immune system, and helps regulate hormones.

Related pages

Lechon kawali – Crispy deep-fried pork belly pieces
Bacon – Type of salt-cured pork

References

"FoodData Central" Archived 2019-04-03 at the Wayback Machine.
"Hansik, Must-Eat Foods" Archived 2016-03-05 at the Wayback Machine Visit Seoul