Cholula® Smoky Chipotle Pork Belly Bites

Prep

1. Set oven to 250°F. Cover pork belly completely with first amount of Cholula Smoky Chipotle Carnitas Seasoning Mix. Wrap tightly in foil and roast until it reaches an internal temperature of 155°F. Turn oven off and leave belly in until temperature comes up to 165°F, about 1 hour. Remove from oven and cool completely.
2. Slice belly across the grain into 3/4" thick slices and cut into 1" pieces. Place into 5 piece portions. Hold refrigerated for service.
3. In a heavy bottom, pan over medium-high heat melt lard. Add onions and sauté until caramelized.
4. Add beans, water, and the second amount of Cholula Smoky Chipotle Carnitas Seasoning Mix. Bring to a simmer, stirring until beans are soft and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
5. Place beans in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Hold warm for service or refrigerate for later use.

Service

1. Set grill to medium-high. For each serving, grill 1 portion of pork belly until heated throughout and well-marked on two sides.
2. Plate 4 tablespoons of refried black beans decoratively and top each with a piece of grilled pork belly. Serve with a small ramekin of 2 tablespoons Cilantro Sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs.