Savory Pork Belly Rice Bowl
Savory Pork Belly Rice Bowl
Mild and Flavorful Pork Belly Rice Bowl Recipe
A delicious pork belly rice bowl that’s not spicy, perfect even for kids! This recipe offers a simple yet satisfying meal.
Main Ingredients- 200g thinly sliced pork belly
- 1 handful bean sprouts (approx. 100g)
- 1 white part of a leek
- Sesame oil, to taste
- Toasted sesame seeds, to taste
Seasoning Ingredients- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp rice wine (mirin)
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 0.5 Tbsp corn syrup
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame oil
- Pinch of ginger powder (or a tiny bit of minced ginger)
- Pinch of sesame seeds (ground)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp rice wine (mirin)
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 0.5 Tbsp corn syrup
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame oil
- Pinch of ginger powder (or a tiny bit of minced ginger)
- Pinch of sesame seeds (ground)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s make the sauce that’s key to this delicious rice bowl! In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp each of soy sauce, rice wine (mirin), and gochujang. Add 0.5 Tbsp each of sugar, minced garlic, corn syrup, and sesame oil. For an extra touch of flavor, add a pinch of ginger powder and some ground sesame seeds. Stir everything together until well combined to create the sauce.
Step 2
Now it’s time to marinate the pork. Place the 200g of thinly sliced pork belly in a wide bowl. Pour the delicious sauce you just made over the pork belly. Gently mix it with your hands, ensuring the sauce coats every piece of pork. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.
Step 3
While the pork is marinating, prepare the other ingredients. Rinse the bean sprouts under cold running water and drain them well. Finely chop the white part of the leek; this will be used to make aromatic leek oil.
Step 4
Heat a pan over medium heat and add about 1 Tbsp of cooking oil. Add the chopped leeks and stir-fry until fragrant. Once you can smell the leek oil, add the marinated pork belly. Turn the heat up to high and start stir-frying. Use chopsticks or a spatula to separate the pork slices as they cook.
Step 5
When the pork belly is almost cooked through, add the prepared bean sprouts. Stir-fry quickly over high heat. It’s important to cook them fast to keep them crisp and fresh! Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with a little salt and pepper if needed. Finally, drizzle a touch of sesame oil and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds to finish. Your delicious pork belly rice bowl is ready! π
Step 6
Although this recipe uses gochujang, the spiciness is mild, making it perfectly suitable for children. The sweet and savory sauce blends beautifully with rice, creating a wonderful side dish.
Step 7
Serve this flavorful stir-fried pork belly generously over a bowl of freshly steamed white rice. It transforms into a fantastic one-bowl meal that’s both satisfying and delicious. Enjoy mixing everything together with your spoon for a truly delightful experience! π
Step 8
Enjoy your hearty and delicious pork belly rice bowl! We hope you have a wonderful meal and a happy day today. π
