Korean Spicy Pork Belly Stir-fry (Jeyuk Bokkeum)

Ingredients & Substitutes

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of gochujang, 2 tablespoons of gochugaru, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of mirin, 4 minced cloves of garlic, 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to create the marinade.

2. 2

   Add 1 pound of thinly sliced pork belly to the marinade, ensuring each piece is fully coated, then let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

3. 3

   Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Add 1 large thinly sliced onion to the hot skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until it starts to soften.

5. 5

   Add the marinated pork belly to the skillet with the onions and stir-fry for 10-12 minutes, breaking up any clumps, until the pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized.

6. 6

   Stir in 3 chopped green onions during the last minute of cooking.

7. 7

   Transfer the Korean Spicy Pork Belly Stir-fry to a serving platter and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds before serving.