Filippino Lechon Kawali Recipe

Combine pork belly garlic bay leaves salt and pepper in a skillet; pour in enough water to cover. Bring to a boil reduce heat and simmer until skin is tender 35 to 45 minutes. Drain and let sit at room temperature until pork has air-dried.

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Fry pork in the hot oil working in batches until golden brown 3 to 5 minutes. Remove fried pork with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.