pork belly

noun

: an uncured side of pork

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Flavorful Mexican food found abounds at places like Xochimilco Restaurant, but his go-to local spot is Flowers of Vietnam, featuring elegant Vietnamese food (think pork belly with young coconut, quail egg, and coconut caramel) and cocktails including a honeydew–quince–green tea margarita. AFAR Media, 14 May 2025 Having shown his talent for seafood, the chef sent out velvety, succulent pork belly confit with pickled fennel and carrots in a rich demi-glace. John Mariani, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 Grab some brisket—and other standout dishes such as pork belly burnt ends on weekends—at Brett’s BBQ Shop. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 9 May 2025 Adobo, which opened in 2019, adds to that vibrant tapestry, serving dishes like pork belly lechon and chicken pancit bihon. Mike Jordan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for pork belly

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pork belly was in 1863

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“Pork belly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pork%20belly. Accessed 22 May. 2025.

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