Spicy and Sweet Pork Belly Bulgogi Stir-fry (Daepae Samgyeopsal Duruchigi)
Spicy and Sweet Pork Belly Bulgogi Stir-fry (Daepae Samgyeopsal Duruchigi)
Flavorful Pork Belly Bulgogi Stir-fry That Will Awaken Your Appetite
Enjoy a hearty and delicious Pork Belly Bulgogi Stir-fry right at home! Thinly sliced pork belly, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce combine to create a dish that’s perfect with rice. It’s also a fantastic appetizer or a satisfying meal. Follow along and make it today!
Main Ingredients- 600g thinly sliced pork belly (Daepae Samgyeopsal)
- 300g green onions (thinly sliced into strips, white parts preferred)
- 300g cabbage (shredded)
- 1 handful whole garlic cloves (halved or quartered, or left whole)
Soy Sauce Base Sauce- 1/2 cup soy sauce (use a standard measuring cup)
- 1/2 cup cooking wine (Mirin) (use a standard measuring cup)
- 1/2 cup water (use a standard measuring cup)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Spicy Green Onion Seasoning- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1.5 tablespoons sugar (adjust to your sweetness preference)
- 2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) (adjust to your spice preference)
- 4 tablespoons vinegar
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (use a standard measuring cup)
- 1/2 cup cooking wine (Mirin) (use a standard measuring cup)
- 1/2 cup water (use a standard measuring cup)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Spicy Green Onion Seasoning- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1.5 tablespoons sugar (adjust to your sweetness preference)
- 2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) (adjust to your spice preference)
- 4 tablespoons vinegar
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 600g of thinly sliced pork belly (Daepae Samgyeopsal). Its thinness allows it to absorb flavors well and cook quickly.
Step 2
Next, prepare the vegetables. Thinly slice the green onions into strips, focusing on the white parts. Shred the cabbage similarly. Prepare about a handful of whole garlic cloves, then halve or quarter them for quicker cooking, or leave them whole for a stronger garlic flavor.
Step 3
Let’s make the key to this delicious stir-fry: the soy sauce base sauce. Using a standard measuring cup, combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup cooking wine (like Mirin), and 1/2 cup water. Add 1 tablespoon of sugar and stir until the sugar dissolves completely. This golden ratio adds a wonderful savory depth.
Step 4
Now, it’s time to create the spicy seasoning for the green onions. In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons gochujang, 1.5 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons gochugaru, 4 tablespoons vinegar, and 3 tablespoons water. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined. *Tip: Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar and water to suit your preferred level of sweetness and spice.
Step 5
Add all the prepared shredded green onions and cabbage to a large mixing bowl.
Step 6
Pour the spicy green onion seasoning over the vegetables. Gently toss them with your hands until the vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce. The goal is to coat them without making them soggy.
Step 7
Finally, add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil for a nutty aroma and gently toss once more. This step enhances the overall flavor profile of the stir-fry.
Step 8
Now, let’s start stir-frying! Place the thinly sliced pork belly and the prepared garlic cloves in a wide pan. If you love garlic, don’t be shy about adding extra!
Step 9
Once the pan is heated and the pork belly begins to sizzle and cook, pour in a good amount of the prepared sweet and savory soy sauce base. This will give the pork a rich, deep flavor.
Step 10
As the soy sauce mixture starts to bubble and the pork belly turns golden brown, a delicious aroma will fill your kitchen.
Step 11
When the pork is nicely cooked, add the seasoned green onions and cabbage mixture to the pan.
Step 12
Stir-fry over medium-high heat quickly, just until the vegetables are slightly softened but still have a bit of crunch. Ensure the pork belly and vegetables are well combined with the sauce. Avoid overcooking, as the vegetables can become mushy.
Step 13
Your delicious Pork Belly Bulgogi Stir-fry is ready! Serve it over a bowl of hot rice or enjoy it wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves. It’s truly delicious. ^^
