Samgyeopsal
Korean grilled pork belly served with fresh lettuce wraps
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prepare the pork bellyPat the pork belly slices dry with paper towels. If using soju, lightly brush it over the meat for flavor enhancement. Set aside at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
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Make the ssamjang sauceIn a small bowl, combine gochujang, doenjang, honey, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Mix well until smooth. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
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Prepare the vegetablesArrange the lettuce leaves, perilla leaves, sliced garlic, and green chilies on a large platter. These will be used for wrapping the cooked pork belly.
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Grill the pork bellyHeat a grill pan or Korean BBQ grill plate over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the pork belly slices on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Cut the grilled pork into bite-sized pieces with scissors.
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Serve and eatTo eat, take a lettuce leaf, add a small spoonful of rice, a piece of grilled pork belly, a perilla leaf, some sliced garlic and chili, a dollop of ssamjang sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Wrap it all up and enjoy in one bite.
Nutritional Information
550
Calories
per serving
32
Protein
g per serving
25
Carbohydrates
g per serving
38
Total Fat
g per serving
12
Saturated Fat
g per serving
4
Fiber
g per serving
6
Sugar
g per serving
980
Sodium
mg per serving
15
Vitamin C
% DV per serving
12
Iron
% DV per serving
Samgyeopsal is Also Known As
삼겹살, Sam Gyeop Sal, Korean Pork Belly BBQ or Grilled Pork Belly Korean Style
