Gochujang Pork Belly
If you're looking to spice up your meals, gochujang is a must-try! This authentic Korean chilli paste brings a bold, rich flavour and a vibrant red colour to any dish, especially roasted meats. Whether you're serving it with rice, noodles, or using it to create a flavour-packed tortilla wrap, gochujang adds a delicious, savoury kick. It's a versatile ingredient that can elevate your everyday meals.
If you haven’t tried cooking with gochujang yet, now’s the time to add this easy and flavourful recipe to your list!
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Ingredients
- 500g pork belly, or pork shoulder. Preferably slice these into 2-inch thick strips
- 1 tbsp gochujang paste
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Instructions
- Mix the marinating ingredients together in a bowl and brush all over the pork belly slices for at least 30 minutes.
- When you’re ready to cook, choose one of the below cooking methods.
- Oven: preheat the oven to the grill setting at 180ºC/350ºF and prep a roasting tray with baking parchment. Place the marinated pork onto the pan and keep any remaining marinade juices. Allow to cook for 30 minutes, brushing over the remaining marinade halfway and flipping it over to the other side.
- Airfryer: line your airfryer tray with aluminium foil and cook the pork at 180°C/350ºF for 10 mins. Brush over any remaining marinade and continue cooking for another 5 minutes, until the meat is fully cooked through and lightly charred and caramelised.
- Allow the pork to rest for a few minutes before slicing up to serve with steamed rice, and some cucumber for freshness.
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