Delicious Stir-Fried Jokbal with Vegetables
Delicious Stir-Fried Jokbal with Vegetables
Transform Leftover Jokbal into a Delicious Vegetable Stir-Fry!
Do you have leftover jokbal (Korean pig’s trotters) in your fridge? This recipe is for you! It ingeniously revives leftover jokbal, infusing it with the savory flavors of the meat while pairing it with fresh, crisp vegetables for a delightful and healthier dish. Perfect as a side dish for rice or a fantastic appetizer with drinks. This recipe was inspired by Chef Baek Jong-won’s braised chicken recipe. Elevate your everyday meals with this surprisingly sophisticated stir-fry.
Main Ingredients- 500g leftover jokbal
- 1 handful whole garlic cloves (approx. 10-12 cloves)
- 1 handful cabbage (cut into large pieces)
- 1 dried chili pepper
- 2 Korean green chili peppers (cheongyang peppers)
- 1 large green onion (scallion)
- 8 perilla leaves (kkaennip)
- 3 Tbsp cooking oil infused with chili (gochugaru oil)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare and chop all the ingredients.
Step 2
First, cut the cabbage into large, bite-sized pieces. Slice the perilla leaves similarly. For the dried chili pepper, cut it into 2-3 pieces using scissors. Slice the Korean green chili peppers diagonally for a bit of heat. Finely chop the green onion to release its aroma.
Step 3
Heat 3 tablespoons of chili-infused cooking oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-low heat. Add the whole garlic cloves, chopped green onion, and the cut dried chili pepper. Stir-fry until fragrant, allowing the flavors of the garlic and green onion to infuse into the oil.
Step 4
Once the green onion turns translucent and releases a pleasant aroma, add the jokbal cut into bite-sized pieces. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of sugar and stir-fry together. Continue to cook until the jokbal is coated with the sugar and develops a glossy sheen.
Step 5
When the sugar begins to caramelize slightly at the bottom of the pan, add the large pieces of cabbage. Pour in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of cooking wine. Stir-fry until the cabbage begins to soften slightly. Be aware that the cabbage will release some moisture.
Step 6
If there’s too much liquid in the pan during cooking, increase the heat slightly to evaporate some of the moisture. Once the liquid has reduced to a desirable level, add the diagonally sliced Korean green chili peppers and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic. Stir-fry briefly to combine all the ingredients well. Be careful not to overcook the minced garlic, as it can become bitter.
Step 7
Finally, add the prepared perilla leaves and quickly toss to combine. The key is to stir-fry just enough for the fresh aroma of the perilla leaves to infuse, without letting them overcook and lose their fragrance.
Step 8
Your delicious stir-fried jokbal with vegetables is ready! Enjoy it as a hearty meal with warm rice, or as a wonderful accompaniment to a cold beer!
