Cola Pork Belly Boiled Meat: A Recipe for Tender, Chewy, and Delicious Boiled Pork Belly Without Gamey Odors
Easy and Delicious Boiled Pork Belly for Beginners! How to Boil Pork Belly Tender and Chewy Without the Pork Smell
Even beginner cooks can make this easily and deliciously! This Cola Boiled Pork Belly recipe guarantees no pork smell, just the right amount of seasoning, and a beautiful appearance. Learn how to make delicious boiled pork belly that is wonderfully tender and delightfully chewy. The skin on the edges becomes irresistibly collagen-like and chewy. I decided I’ll eat this now and then start my health management and exercise! ^^!!!
Ingredients
- 2kg Pork Belly (for boiled meat)
- 1 Onion (cut into large pieces)
- A piece of Radish (cut into large pieces)
- 1 stalk Green Onion (mostly the white part, cut into large pieces)
- 5 Bay Leaves
- 1 Tbsp Doenjang (fermented soybean paste)
- 1 Liter Cola (Pepsi or Coca-Cola)
Seasoning (Optional)
- 1 Tbsp Saeujeot (fermented shrimp sauce, minced)
- 1 Cheongyang Pepper (finely chopped, for spiciness)
- A pinch of Sesame Seeds (for added nuttiness)
- 1 Tbsp Saeujeot (fermented shrimp sauce, minced)
- 1 Cheongyang Pepper (finely chopped, for spiciness)
- A pinch of Sesame Seeds (for added nuttiness)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 2kg of fresh, high-quality pork belly. Choose a cut with a good thickness and well-distributed fat for boiled meat. Soaking it in cold water for about 10 minutes to lightly remove blood will result in a cleaner taste.
Step 2
Prepare your cola. You can use either Pepsi or Coca-Cola; both work well. Cola is excellent at removing the gamey odor from pork and helps tenderize the meat, making it softer.
Step 3
Now, let’s get ready to boil. In a deep and large pot, place the pork belly. Add the large-cut onion, green onion stalk, bay leaves, and doenjang. Pour in enough water to cover the meat, then add 1 liter of cola. A good ratio is about 1/3 water to 2/3 cola. (Using cola along with water enhances the flavor and significantly helps remove odors compared to just water.)
Step 4
Cover the pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once it reaches a rolling boil, reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer gently for 40 to 50 minutes. To check if it’s done, pierce the thickest part of the meat with a chopstick. If it goes in smoothly without any pinkness, it’s perfectly cooked. (Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the meat and your stove’s heat.)
Step 5
Once the pork belly is fully cooked, carefully remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly. Then, pour off most of the cooking liquid, leaving just a little bit in the pot (not too much). Return the pork belly to the pot and let it simmer over low heat until the liquid becomes slightly reduced and coats the meat. This step makes the exterior of the boiled pork even chewier and concentrates the flavors, creating a unique taste you might not have experienced before. You must try this and savor this incredible flavor! Haha.
Step 6
While it’s still warm, put on food-safe gloves and slice the pork belly into bite-sized pieces. Arrange the sliced meat beautifully on a serving plate. This method ensures no gamey smell, a moist and juicy interior, and perfectly balanced seasoning, making for a delightful weekend dinner with your family. ^^ Many people enjoy boiled pork belly around the Kimchi-making season, so give this cola-boiled pork belly recipe a try for an even more delicious experience!
