Instructions

1. Cut the belly slices in half and put them in a freezer bag.
2. Add the spices and shake well until the slices are well coated.
3. Mix the soy sauce, lime juice, and mandarin in a bowl then pour over pork. Massage the marinade into the meat. Rest in the fridge until you’re ready to cook.
4. Preheat the oven to 160°C.
5. Place the pork belly slices in an ovenproof dish, then pour over the marinade. Add the star anise. Pour the fruit juice around them and place the star anise in the liquid
6. Cover the dish with foil and bake 45 minutes.
7. Turn the belly slices over and cook for another 45 minutes.
8. Take off the foil. Turn the heat up to 200C, then bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden and sticky. Alternatively, grill them or barbecues them quickly.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature.