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Smoked Pork Belly

Learn how to make ultra-juicy, fall-apart smoked pork belly cubes with a low-and-slow cooking method that locks in moisture and flavor.
Keyword Smoked Pork Belly
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 1 day 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 full slab skinless pork belly (thick cut)
  • 1/4 cup Sure Shot Sid's Roasted Coffee Rub
  • Yellow Birch wood (or preferred smoking wood)
  • 1/3 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 cup maple syrup

Instructions

  • Prep Pork Belly: Trim excess fat and generously season with rub.
  • Set Up Smoker: Heat smoker to 250°F and add a water pan for moisture.
  • Smoke: Place pork belly on the cooler stack side, smoke for 7 hours, rotating halfway.
  • Wrap: Wrap in foil with a light mist of water, then hold at 150°F for 15-18 hours.
  • Glaze: Mix barbecue sauce and maple syrup, then heat gently.
  • Slice: Cut pork belly into 1.5-inch cubes and coat with glaze.
  • Final Set (Optional): Smoke cubes for 10-15 minutes at 250°F to set glaze.
  • Serve & Enjoy: Serve as-is or use excess trimmings for pulled pork dishes.