how long to boil pork belly to make it tender

The cooking time required to boil pork belly until it becomes tender depends on the size and thickness of the pork belly. As a general guideline, it usually takes 1.5 to 2 hours of simmering to make pork belly tender.

Here's a basic recipe for boiling pork belly:

1. Rinse the pork belly under cold water and place it in a pot large enough to accommodate it.

2. Cover the pork belly with water and bring it to a boil over high heat.

3. Reduce the heat to low and let the pork belly simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.

4. Test the tenderness of the pork belly by inserting a fork or knife into the meat. If it easily goes in and comes out, the pork belly is done.

5. Remove the pork belly from the pot and let it cool down. Once cooled, you can slice it and use it in your recipe.

Note that if you want to add flavor to the pork belly, you can also add seasonings such as garlic, onion, bay leaves, or soy sauce to the water before boiling.