A nutrient-rich Grilled Pork Belly with Herring recipe perfect for the carnivore diet. High in protein and healthy animal fats.
Introduction
What makes this Grilled Pork Belly with Herring truly special? Pork Belly is prized for its high fat content and rich flavor, perfect for the carnivore diet, while the Grilled cooking method connects us to our ancestral cooking methods, imparting a subtle smoky flavor that enhances the meat’s natural taste. The Grilled cooking process creates a perfect texture contrast between the crispy exterior and the juicy interior. Whether you’re new to the carnivore diet or a seasoned pro, this recipe demonstrates how satisfying animal-based eating can be.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 13 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Servings: 3
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 22 oz Pork Belly
- 12 oz Herring
- 3 tbsp Tallow
- 2 tsp Onion Powder
- 2 tsp Sea Salt
Instructions
- Take Pork Belly out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature (about 30 minutes).
- Season Pork Belly generously with Onion Powder and Sea Salt.
- Preheat your grill to high heat (around 450-500°F).
- Brush Pork Belly with melted Tallow.
- Grill Pork Belly for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached.
- Let the meat rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot, optionally with additional Tallow on top.
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 561
- Protein: 48g
- Fat: 41g
- Carbs: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Cholesterol: 181mg
- Sodium: 429mg