Sweet & Simple Pork Belly Burnt Ends

A pork belly burnt ends recipe is a staple for anyone looking for an easy appetizer or snack prepared on a smoker. These sweet and simple burnt ends are a perfect sweet and savory combination that will have you and your family craving more.

Instructions

1. 01

   Start the smoker/cooker of choice and reach a temperature of 275° F.

2. 02

   Cut the pork belly into 1.5 to 2 inch cubes. Place them on a wire rack for easy adjustments.

3.  

   Ingredients

   • 1/2 Whole pork belly (5 to 6 pounds)

4. 03

   Rub the pork belly with a choice of seasoning.

5.  

   Ingredients

   • 1/2 cup Seasoning of Choice (I used Meat Church Honey Bacon BBQ)

6. 04

   Place them on a smoker at 275° for a little over two hours or until the internal temperature of the meat reaches about 195°.

7. 05

   Remove from the heat and place them into an aluminum container along with all of the other ingredients.

8.  

   Ingredients

   • 8 tablespoons Butter
   • 8 tablespoons Honey
   • 8 tablespoons Finishing glaze (I used Sucklebusters)
   • 8 tablespoons Brown sugar

9. 06

   After giving it a good mix, cover the container with foil and place it back on the smoker for another 30 minutes or so until the burnt ends begin to glaze over. *Pro Tip: You can vary the duration of the final step depending on how “burnt” you like your ends.