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Air Fryer Pork Bites

July 3, 2022
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Air fryer pork bites are tender, juicy, crispy, and delicious. The perfectly crispy skin adds a beautiful texture. You’ll surely love these super easy and quick appetize that get ready in no time.

Air fryer pork belly bites

Air fryer pork bites are the perfect low-carb, gluten-free, and keto-friendly appetizers. They are perfect to serve as a snack or as finger food for the holidays too. Pork bites are super juicy, crispy, and packed with flavor you can’t stop yourself until they are finished.

Air fryer pork belly bites have been my favorite recipe whenever I’ve some family gathering. And I love how everyone enjoys each bite and that feeling is so satisfying. If you love making easy appetizer recipes, be sure to check, the air fryer country style ribs.

How to make air fryer pork bites?

Making pork bites is effortless and needs only two ingredients. I love using pork belly while making air fryer pork bites. Here’s how I made my air fryer pork belly bites.

Ingredients for air fryer pork bites:
Air fryer pork bites recipe

Pork: I’m using pork belly meat for making this recipe. However, you can also use pork tenderloin or any cuts depending on your liking. I love pork belly because they don’t dry out quickly while air frying. Slice them into bite-size if needed.

Dry Rub: I’ve used homemade dry rub for this recipe. I made them with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. You can use the spices of your choice or make your own simple and tasty seasoning.

Instructions for air fryer pork bites:

  1. Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 3 minutes.
  2. Pat dry the meat if needed this will help the seasoning to stick properly to the meat.
  3. Take a mixing bowl to add the pork belly bites and sprinkle the dry rub as required. Mix them thoroughly until well coated.
  4. Place the pork bites into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Leave some space between them to let the hot air circulate and cook them evenly.
  5. Cook air fryer pork bites at 200C/400F for 20 minutes. Flip/toss them halfway through the cooking process for the best result.
  6. Remove the from the basket.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or side dish to make a fuller meal.

You can find the air fryer pork bites recipe in the printable card below

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What to serve air fryer pork bites with?

These air fryer pork belly bites are super flavourful. However, you can serve them with your favorite sauce or serve them with side dishes to make a fuller meal. Or simply squeeze some lemon and serve. Here are some serving ideas you can try.

Sauce

  • Ketchup
  • Ranch Dressing
  • BBQ Sauce
  • Hot Sauce

Side Dish

  • Air fryer green beans
  • Air fryer broccoli
  • Air fryer diced potato
  • Air fryer zucchini fries

Tips for making perfect air fryer pork bites:

  • Do not skip preheating your air fryer before making any kind of dish.
  • Bring the pork belly to room temperature if they were stored in the fridge. This will help to reduce the cooking time.
  • Pat dry the meat before seasoning them this will help the seasoning to coat properly.
  • Make sure to cut the meat pieces in equal sizes for the evenly cooked result.
  • Don’t overcrowd the basket place the pork bites in a single layer for the best results.
  • Flip/toss them halfway through the cooking process for the evenly cooked result.

Other pork recipes you might like:

  • Air fryer pork belly

How do I store leftover air fryer pork bites?

If you have leftovers place them in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator. They are good for 2-3 days.

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How to reheat air fryer pork bites?

Reheating air fryer pork bites is easy and quick. Place the leftover pork bites in the basket and reheat them at 200C/400F for 3-5 minutes. Or until they are warm.

How long to air fry pork bites?

Every air fryer works differently depending on its brand and how big are the meat size. The total cook time for air fryer pork bites is about 20 minutes at 200C/400F. However, you can adjust the cooking time depending on how crispy you like.

Here are some of the frequently asked questions

How do you know when pork belly bites are done?

Using a meat thermometer is the simplest way to determine whether the air fryer pork bites are done. The FDA considers pork to be cooked when the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

Frozen pork bites in air fryer

Can pork go in the air fryer?

Yes, you can cook pork in an air fryer. You won’t believe how delicious the pork is when cooked in an air fryer. They are significantly healthier than pan-cooked pork. Because they are not cooked in their own fat, the excess fat drips off instead.

Why are my pork belly not crispy?

Pork belly contains a lot of fat, so if the fat isn’t roasted for a long time, the pork bites won’t be crispy. Drop them into the air fryer and cook for a few more minutes, or until crispy.

If you like the air fryer pork bites recipe, look what else you can air fry:

  • Air fryer bacon and eggs

If you’ve tried this recipe, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below.

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Easy Air Fryer Pork Bites - TopAirFryerRecipes

Air fryer pork bites are tender, juicy, crispy, and delicious. perfect low-carb, gluten-free, and keto-friendly appetizers.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Calories 805 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g pork belly
  • 2 ½ tablespoon of pork spice rub (homemade/store-bought)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 3 minutes.
  • Pat dry the meat if needed this will help the seasoning to stick properly to the meat.
  • Take a mixing bowl to add the pork belly bites and sprinkle the dry rub as required. Mix them thoroughly until well coated.
  • Place the pork bites into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Leave some space between them to let the hot air circulate and cooke them evenly.
  • Cook air fryer pork bites at 200C/400F for 20 minutes. Flip/toss them halfway through the cooking process for the best result.
  • Remove the from the basket.
  • Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or side dish to make a fuller meal.

Notes

Nutrition amount per serving:
Calories- 805 kcal | Total Fat- 81g | Saturated Fat- 30g | Polyunsaturated Fat- 8g | Monounsaturated Fat- 34g | Protein- 13g | Carbohydrates- 1g | Cholesterol-110mg | Sodium- 125mg | Sugar- 1g | Potassium- 280mg | Vitamin A- 911IU | Vitamin C- 1mg | Iron- 1mg | Calcium- 8mg |
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