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EASY SPICY KOREAN PORK BELLY RECIPE

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Spicy Korean Pork Belly

Cultural Context

Originating from Korea, spicy pork belly is a beloved dish often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations. The combination of gochujang and sesame oil creates a rich, spicy flavor that pairs beautifully with fresh vegetables. In modern times, this dish has gained popularity worldwide, becoming a staple in Korean barbecue restaurants.

KoreanKRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 lbs sliced pork belly
1 tbsp gochugaru
2 tbsp gochujang
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp mirin
1 tbsp honey
2 tsp sesame oil
4 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp ginger paste

gochujang

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: sriracha

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: red chili paste

Sriracha offers a similar heat with less sugar.

pork belly

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: chicken thighs

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are lower in fat, while pork shoulder is more affordable.

1

Slice pork belly into thick strips.

2

Mix gochugaru, gochujang, soy sauce, mirin, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger paste in a bowl to create the marinade.

3

Add pork belly strips to the marinade and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

4

Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

5

Place marinated pork belly on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until crispy and caramelized.

6

Remove pork belly from grill and let rest for a few minutes.

7

Slice cooked pork belly into bite-sized pieces.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlgrill pantongsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soysesame

Also Known As

SamgyeopsalDwaejigogi
Local Name: ๋งค์šด ์‚ผ๊ฒน์‚ด

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