Description
Crispy, caramelized pork belly meets a refreshing sumi salad in this easy Korean BBQ-inspired dish! Thick-cut pork belly is seared to perfection and served with a crunchy, tangy cabbage salad, creating the perfect balance of richness and freshness. Enjoy it wrapped in lettuce with ssamjang or paired with rice and kimchi for an authentic Korean meal!
Ingredients
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For the Pork Belly:
- 1 1/2 lbs (680g) skinless pork belly, thickly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For the Sumi Salad:
- 3 cups cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
For Serving:
- Lettuce leaves (for wraps)
- Ssamjang (Korean dipping sauce) or soy sauce with vinegar
- Steamed rice (optional)
Instructions
- 1 Marinate the Pork Belly:
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, gochujang, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
- Coat pork belly slices in the marinade and let sit for at least 20 minutes.
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2 Cook the Pork Belly:
- Heat a pan or grill over medium-high heat.
- Cook pork belly slices for 3-4 minutes per side until crispy and caramelized.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes.
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3 Prepare the Sumi Salad:
- In a bowl, toss shredded cabbage with rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
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4 Assemble and Serve:
- Plate the pork belly with the sumi salad on the side.
- Serve with lettuce wraps, ssamjang, and steamed rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Crispy Pork Belly Tip: Cook on high heat without overcrowding the pan for the best caramelization.
- Adjust Salad Tanginess: Add more honey for sweetness or vinegar for extra tang.
- Alternative Cooking Method: Grill the pork belly for a smoky, authentic Korean BBQ experience.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: ~750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: ~65mg