Korean Spicy Grilled Pork Belly (Dwaeji Bulgogi)

Method

1. 1
   • gochujang 3 tbsp
   • gochugaru 1 tbsp
   • soy sauce 2 tbsp
   • brown sugar 2 tbsp
   • sesame oil 1 tbsp
   • garlic 4
   • fresh ginger 1 tbsp
   • rice wine 1 tbsp

   Make the marinade — In a large bowl, whisk together the gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger and rice wine to make the marinade.

2. 2
   • pork belly slices 800 g
   • onion 1

   Marinate the pork belly — Add the pork belly slices and sliced onion to the marinade, tossing well to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.

   ⏱1 hr
3. 3
   • pork belly slices 800 g

   Grill the pork belly — Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated pork belly slices in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, until charred at the edges and cooked through.

   ⏱7 min
4. 4
   • pork belly slices 800 g
   • spring onion 2
   • sesame seeds 1 tsp
   • black pepper to taste

   Garnish and serve — Transfer the grilled pork belly to a serving platter, scatter with sliced spring onion and sesame seeds, and finish with a crack of black pepper. Serve immediately.