Description
Healthy Korean Pork Belly Skillet is a dish that beautifully blends the bold flavors of Korean cuisine with a nutritious approach, making it a must-try for anyone seeking to expand their culinary horizons while prioritizing their well-being.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork belly, skinless, sliced into 2 to 3-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoon Korean red pepper paste (gochujang)
- 1 tablespoon Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 small onion, halved and sliced thinly
- 4 green onions, cut into 2-inch lengths (plus extra for garnish)
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
1. Combine gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, ginger, and black pepper in a medium bowl to prepare the marinade.
2. Add the pork belly, onion slices, and green onions to the bowl with the marinade. Toss until the pork is evenly coated.
3. Allow the pork to marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to a few hours.
4. Heat a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork belly mixture to the hot skillet and let it sizzle.
5. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and crispy around the edges.
6. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and extra green onions.
Notes
This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice and a side of tangy, spicy kimchi for an authentic Korean dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 12 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams