Delicious and Indulgent Pork Belly Benedict Recipe
Brunch is the perfect time to enjoy a luxurious and decadent meal, and this pork belly benedict recipe fits the bill perfectly. With crispy pork belly, perfectly poached eggs, and a creamy hollandaise sauce, this dish is sure to impress family and friends.
When to Enjoy
This pork belly benedict is best enjoyed on lazy weekends when you have plenty of time to savor and enjoy your meal. It’s the perfect brunch dish for special occasions, such as birthdays or holidays.
Where it’s Popular
While the origins of the benedict dish are uncertain, it has become a popular brunch choice around the world. You can find variations of eggs benedict on breakfast menus in cafes and restaurants in many countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
Pairing Suggestions
To enhance the flavors of the pork belly benedict and create a well-balanced meal, here are a few pairing suggestions:
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Traditional Eggs benedict is often served with English muffins. Opt for whole wheat or sourdough English muffins for added flavor.
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For a classic Eggs benedict experience, pair the dish with hash browns or crispy home fries.
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To incorporate some greens into your meal, serve a fresh arugula or baby spinach salad on the side, tossed with a light vinaigrette.
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A mimosa or a cup of freshly brewed coffee are also excellent choices to complement the flavors of the pork belly benedict.
Tips and Tricks
Here are a few tips and tricks to ensure your pork belly benedict turns out perfectly:
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To achieve crispy pork belly, be sure to score the skin and rub it with salt before roasting. This will help render the fat and create a deliciously crunchy texture.
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For foolproof poached eggs, add a tablespoon of vinegar to the boiling water. This will help the eggs hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
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When making hollandaise sauce, keep the heat low and whisk continuously to prevent the sauce from curdling. If it does start to curdle, adding a tablespoon of cold water can help bring it back together.
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Top your finished dish with a sprinkle of fresh chives or parsley for a pop of color and a burst of freshness.

Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork belly
- 4 English muffins
- 8 eggs poached
- Hollandaise sauce
- chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Place the pork belly on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 3-4 hours, until the pork belly is tender and the fat is crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice into thick slices.
- Toast the English muffins and set aside.
- Poach the eggs to your desired doneness.
- Prepare the hollandaise sauce according to your favorite recipe.
- To assemble the benedict, place the toasted English muffin halves on a plate.
- Top each half with a slice of pork belly.
- Place a poached egg on top of each slice of pork belly.
- Drizzle hollandaise sauce over the eggs.
- Garnish with fresh chives.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
This was soooo good! The pork belly was super tender and the hollandaise sauce just made it perfection. Definitely making this again!
This recipe is too long, who has time to cook for 4 hours??? I’m not making this.
I get that it’s a long process, but the end result is soooo worth it! Maybe prep parts in advance?
very delish! but i think hollandaise is too hard for me. i just used mayo lol. still tasted ok!
This is the best stuff ever! So rich and tasty. I had it for brunch yesterday and Wowww!
Why would you put pork belly in eggs? Seems gross to me, but whatever floats your boat.
So good! My family loved it. You gotta try it with avocado too! Perfect breakfast.
I’m so glad to hear your family loved it! Avocado would definitely add a creamy touch. Did you roast the pork belly long enough? It makes a big difference in flavor!
Sounds good but isn’t it a bit heavy for breakfast? I mean, pork belly and hollandaise? That’s like a feast! 🤔
OMG YUM! I swapped the pork for avocado, still delicious 😋
Pork belly?! WOW. This kind of food belongs in a fancy restaurant, not in my kitchen! But I did it. Love the flavors!
That’s awesome! Pork belly is surprisingly easy to make at home. Glad you enjoyed it!
I dunno, seems too fancy for me. Always thought pork belly was for restaurants, not home cooks 🤔. But good on you for trying!
I tried this! Used bacon instead of pork belly and it worked great! Still tasty!!
I don’t know what 300 degrees feels like in celsius, fishing ain’t my thing but yeah looks good.
Y’all, why would you put that much fat on a plate? It’s too rich! I had to share with my neighbor just to finish it. Maybe just use bacon next time?
Sounds like you need to toughen up! Pork belly is meant to be fatty! What do you expect? It’s delicious!
I actually love the richness! It’s a treat! Maybe you just need to balance it with some greens next time?
Hollandaise sauce is hard to make! I just bought the jar from the store. Still turned out yummy tho.
I followed the recipe but my pork belly took much longer to cook. It was tough. Maybe I did it wrong?
So much flavor! Made this for a family gathering, and everyone loved it. Def gonna make again!
Hollandaise sauce literally never works for me. What’s the secret? Help!
I totally get you! Hollandaise can be tricky, but maybe try using a double boiler? It helps with whisking the eggs gently. Good luck!
This was amazing! The pork belly turned out perfect and the hollandaise was so creamy. 5 stars!
Pork belly? Sounds too fancy for me. But I guess it’s worth a shot. Not sure if I can do all this cooking tho.
Don’t worry! It may sound fancy, but it’s not too hard. You got this!
This recipe is okay but takes a lot of time for just some eggs and bread. Meh.
I tried making this for my wife, but the pork belly took forever! I thought it was supposed to be quicker.
Mmm, I love Eggs Benedict but I’m not in to making sauce. Can I use store-bought hollandaise?
I had issues with my hollandaise sauce, it separated. I don’t think I will try this recipe again, too many steps for me.
I totally get it! Hollandaise can be tricky. Maybe try a simpler sauce next time? You’ve got this!
Aww, that’s too bad! I found the steps to be pretty easy though. Just take it slow! 🌟