Grilled Pork Belly Recipe | Pork Barbecue Cooking and Eating

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs offer a leaner option while pork shoulder is more affordable.

ssamjang

🥗Healthier: miso paste

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Miso provides a similar umami flavor with fewer calories.

Marinate pork belly in soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Remove the pork belly from the marinade and pat dry.

Place the pork belly on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until crispy and golden.

While grilling, prepare rice according to package instructions.

Slice the grilled pork belly into bite-sized pieces.

Serve the pork belly with lettuce leaves, ssamjang, and sliced chili peppers for wrapping.

Add cooked rice and kimchi to the wraps for extra flavor.

Garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of gochugaru before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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