My Recipe For Habanero Peach Pork Belly With Caramelized Bourbon Butter
  1. Preheat smoker to 250°F using apple or pecan wood chips

  2. Cut pork belly into uniform 1.5-inch cubes for even cooking

  3. Massage seasoning rub into all surfaces, let rest 30 minutes

  4. Place cubes directly on smoker grate, spacing evenly

  5. Smoke uncovered for 2.5 hours until edges darken and fat renders

  6. Transfer smoked cubes to aluminum pan or cast iron skillet

  7. Add brown sugar, honey, bourbon, and minced habanero peppers

  8. Dot with butter pieces and seal tightly with foil

  9. Return to smoker for 90 minutes to braise and tenderize

  10. Remove foil and brush with glaze mixture

  11. Continue smoking uncovered for final 30 minutes

  12. Brush with glaze twice more for glossy caramelized finish

  13. Rest for 10 minutes before serving on wooden boards

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🌾Gluten-free🥩Carnivore...

Category🐖Pork Dish

Cuisine🇺🇸American

Occasions🍗Barbecue🎉Special Occasion

Season☀️Summer

DifficultyMedium ⏰ 2h

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