Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Prepare the Pork Belly: Season the pork belly with salt and black pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Brown the pork belly on all sides until it develops a golden crust.
- Add Aromatics: Peel and chop the onions.
- Peel and crush the garlic cloves.
- Add the onions and garlic to the pot with the browned pork belly.
- Season with additional salt, black pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Simmer with Beer: Pour 300-400 ml of beer into the pot.
- Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for 45-60 minutes, until the pork belly is tender and infused with the flavors of the beer and spices.
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks.
- Place the potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil.
- Cook until the potatoes are tender, then drain.
- Mash the potatoes with milk, butter, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the chopped dill for added flavor.
- Serve: Once the pork belly is tender, remove it from the pot and slice it into portions.
- Serve the pork belly with the beer sauce and a side of creamy mashed potatoes.
