Korean Pork Belly Rice Bowl

Savor the exquisite flavors of Korean grilled pork belly in a delectable rice bowl. This dish combines crispy, seasoned pork belly with fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, and a spicy dipping sauce. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, it's a delightful way to enjoy a traditional dish with a modern twist. Gather around as you create memorable meals with loved ones.
ingredients
- 2 lbs pork belly, sliced into 1/4 inch thick pieces
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon soybean paste (doenjang)
- 1 head of lettuce, washed and separated
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 cups cooked jasmine or sticky rice
steps
- 1.
Preheat a grill or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2.
Season the pork belly slices with sea salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 3.
Grill the pork belly slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy and fully cooked.
- 4.
In a small bowl, mix sesame oil with gochujang and doenjang to create a flavorful dipping sauce.
- 5.
Prepare the rice bowls by placing a scoop of cooked rice in each bowl.
- 6.
Top the rice with a piece of grilled pork belly, followed by cucumbers, carrots, garlic, and ginger.
- 7.
Drizzle with the dipping sauce for added flavor.
- 8.
Serve the bowls garnished with additional dipping sauce on the side for everyone to enjoy.