Korean Pork Belly Skillet
Korean Pork Belly Skillet is a delightful dish that combines tender, crispy pork belly with a sweet and savory sauce, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe requires minimal preparation and cooking time, allowing you to serve a mouthwatering meal that will impress family and friends alike. Enjoy it over rice or in lettuce wraps for a fresh twist on this classic Korean dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork belly, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Chop the pork belly into bite-sized cubes and mince the garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the pork belly until golden brown on all sides (about 8-10 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet; sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in soy sauce and sprinkle brown sugar; stir until the mixture thickens (about 3 minutes).
- Drizzle sesame oil, mixing well to coat the pork.
- Serve over rice or in lettuce wraps, garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the pork belly in soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Customize the dish by adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or incorporating gochujang for an extra kick.