Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Pork Belly Recipe

If you’re craving crispy, sticky pork with fresh, crunchy veg and zingy noodles, Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Pork Belly Recipe delivers on every level. This flavour-packed dinner combines sweet pineapple, fragrant herbs, and Chinese five-spice pork for a meal that feels both indulgent and light. I made this on a Saturday night, and it was one of those dishes where everyone asked for seconds! (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

For the Pork & Veg:

• 500g pork belly slices (higher-welfare)
• Olive oil
• 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
• 1 red pepper
• 1 small pineapple (200g)
• 1 cucumber
• 1 carrot
• 150g asparagus
• 150g radishes
• 1 bunch spring onions
• 100g sugar snap peas
• 1 tbsp runny honey
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

For the Noodles & Herbs:

• 3 nests flat rice noodles
• 1 bunch mint (30g)
• 1 bunch coriander (30g)

For the Dressing:

• 4cm piece fresh ginger
• ½ clove garlic
• ½ red chili
• 1 lime (juice & zest)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp fish sauce
• 3 tbsp olive oil

How To Make Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Pork Belly

1. Prep the Pork:
   In a bowl, toss the pork belly slices with olive oil, five-spice, sea salt, and black pepper. Tear the red pepper into chunks and mix with the pork. Air fry everything at 200°C for 25 minutes until crispy and golden.
2. Cook the Pineapple:
   Peel and core the pineapple, then drizzle with a little olive oil and a pinch of five-spice. Air fry for 30 minutes at 200°C until caramelized and golden.
3. Rehydrate the Noodles:
   Soak the flat rice noodles in a bowl of boiling water until soft. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop them from sticking.
4. Make the Dressing:
   Grate the ginger and garlic. Finely chop the chili. Combine with lime juice and zest, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, fish sauce, and olive oil. Toss with the cooled noodles, mint, and coriander.
5. Prep the Veg:
   Slice the cucumber into ribbons, julienne the carrot, and trim the asparagus, radishes, and spring onions. Thinly slice the sugar snap peas. Toss all the veggies into the noodle bowl.
6. Glaze the Pork:
   Once the pork is cooked, drizzle with honey and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Air fry for 5 more minutes for a sticky, crispy finish.
7. Finish the Dish:
   Slice the pork and pineapple. Add to the noodle and veggie salad, toss everything together gently, and serve straight away while the pork is hot and crispy.

Why I Love This Recipe

This pork belly recipe hits every texture and flavour you want in a dinner—crispy, sweet, savoury, fresh, and herby. The air fryer makes the pork perfect without any splatter or fuss, and the salad is such a nice, refreshing contrast. It’s vibrant, satisfying, and looks way fancier than the effort it takes.

Recipe Tips

• Coat the pork well with five-spice for bold flavour in every bite.
• Caramelize the pineapple until golden—it brings a natural sweetness that’s delicious.
• Rinse noodles with cold water after soaking to keep them from clumping.
• Keep the veggies raw and crunchy to balance the richness of the pork.
• Glaze at the end—adding honey too early can burn in the air fryer.

How To Store Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Pork Belly

• In the Fridge: Store pork and salad separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days.
• In the Freezer: Freeze the cooked pork belly slices for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge overnight.
• Reheating: Reheat pork in the air fryer at 180°C for 5 minutes until hot and crispy. Serve the salad cold and dress just before serving.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Can I use pork shoulder instead?
  Yes, just slice it thinly and adjust cooking time—belly stays juicier though.
• What if I don’t eat pork?
  Try chicken thighs or tofu with the same five-spice seasoning.
• Is this spicy?
  It has a slight kick from the chili—adjust or omit based on your preference.
• Can I prep it ahead?
  Yes! Cook the pork and roast the pineapple in advance, then reheat and toss with fresh salad and noodles.
• Do I need a dual-drawer air fryer?
  No, but it helps. You can cook in batches if using a single-drawer model.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 630 kcal
• Fat: 32.3g
• Saturated Fat: 10.1g
• Sugars: 19.6g
• Salt: 1.3g
• Protein: 32.4g
• Carbohydrates: 52.9g
• Fiber: 3.5g

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