1. Chop or keep whole your pork belly. (Fat is important.)

2. Decide whether you want a salt/sugar mix, or just salt.

If you want a salt/sugar mix, mix 5 parts sea salt with 1 part brown sugar.

3. Cover the pork completely with salt or salt/sugar.

4. Leave in the fridge for 2-3 days or longer.

5. For larger pork bellies, drain and repeat steps 3 & 4.

6. Rinse the pork and dry it.

7. Store wrapped in the fridge or a cool area.

8. To use, soak or simmer in water before use.