Korean Pork Belly

Korean Pork Belly

4 servings
A delicious and easy Korean pork belly dish that's perfect for a cozy dinner, featuring a sweet and spicy glaze with a crispy top.

Ingredients

  • pork belly
    2 lb
  • soy sauce
    2 tbsp
  • gochujang

    Korean chili paste

    1 tbsp
  • sesame oil
    1 tbsp
  • garlic
    4 clove
  • ginger
    1 tbsp
  • brown sugar
    1 tbsp
  • Salt and pepper
  • Sliced green onions for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Directions

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    In a bowl, combine soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Rub the marinade all over the pork belly, ensuring it’s evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Place the pork belly on a baking tray lined with foil to catch drippings.

Cooking

  1. 1

    Roast in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the meat is cooked through.

  2. 2

    Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

  3. 3

    Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Korean Pork Belly

Korean Pork Belly

40 min4 servings500 cal

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About this Recipe

Indulge in Irresistible Korean Pork Belly

Craving a cozy meal that's bursting with flavor and surprisingly easy to make? Look no further than this incredible Korean Pork Belly recipe! Perfectly balancing a rich, savory pork belly with a sweet and spicy glaze, this dish promises a restaurant-quality experience right in your own kitchen. It's the ultimate easy dinner option for weeknights or when you want to impress without the stress.

Our Korean Pork Belly stands out with its signature crispy top and tender, juicy meat. The magic happens with a vibrant glaze crafted from staples of Korean cuisine: gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh garlic, ginger, and a touch of brown sugar. This harmonious blend creates an addictive sticky coating that caramelizes beautifully, making every bite an explosion of taste.

Ready in just 40 minutes, this pork belly recipe is designed for maximum flavor with minimal effort. Whether you're a seasoned chef or new to Korean cooking, you'll find the process straightforward and rewarding. Serve this succulent dish with a steaming bowl of rice, a side of crisp kimchi, and perhaps some fresh green onions and sesame seeds for garnish, elevating your meal into a truly memorable feast. Get ready to add this amazing Korean Pork Belly to your regular dinner rotation – your taste buds will thank you!

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