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Gochujang Samgyeopsal

Name: Gochujang Samgyeopsal
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Pork belly', 'amount': '1 pound, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Gochujang', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Honey', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Ginger', 'amount': '1 tablespoon, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Sesame oil', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Lettuce leaves', 'amount': '1 head, for wrapping'}; {'ingredient': 'Steamed rice', 'amount': '2 cups, for serving'}

Gochujang Samgyeopsal is a tantalizing Korean barbecue dish that features succulent pork belly marinated in a rich, spicy gochujang sauce. This dish is not only a feast for the senses with its vibrant flavors but also a cultural experience, as it’s often enjoyed in a communal style, wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves and accompanied by a variety of banchan (side dishes). Perfect for gatherings, this dish brings a touch of Korean hospitality to your table.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Pork belly: 1 pound, sliced
Gochujang: 3 tablespoons
Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
Honey: 1 tablespoon
Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
Ginger: 1 tablespoon, minced
Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Lettuce leaves: 1 head, for wrapping
Steamed rice: 2 cups, for serving

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the sliced pork belly to the marinade and toss well to ensure every piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
Remove the pork belly from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Grill the pork belly for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until it is nicely charred and cooked through.
Remove the pork belly from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
To serve, place a few pieces of grilled pork belly in a lettuce leaf, add a scoop of steamed rice, and wrap it up. Enjoy with your favorite banchan on the side!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 500 • Fat: 35g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 5g