Ultimate Pork Belly Rice Bowl: A Sweet & Savory Delight
Pork Belly Braised in a Perfectly Balanced Soy Sauce Glaze
Hello everyone! Lucky Daddy here, always making cooking easy and fun for you. Today, I’ve crafted a delicious rice bowl using everyone’s favorite, pork belly! If you’re tired of just grilling pork belly, try this recipe where it’s braised in a wonderfully sweet and savory sauce. It’s sure to be a satisfying meal. Let’s make it together with the video! Let’s Go!
Main Ingredients- 400g fresh pork belly (choose a cut with a good balance of meat and fat)
- 1/3 medium onion
- 2 bowls of hot steamed rice
- A sprinkle of sesame seeds for garnish
Secret Soy Sauce Glaze Ingredients- 2 Tbsp mirin (or cooking sake, for flavor enhancement and odor removal)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce (for umami depth)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (for saltiness)
- 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar (for a mild sweetness)
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup or honey (for shine and a tender texture)
- 1/3 Tbsp minced garlic (for aromatic notes)
- 2 Tbsp water (to adjust sauce consistency)
- A pinch of ginger powder (or a tiny bit of fresh ginger juice, for aroma)
- A pinch of black pepper (enhances the pork’s flavor)
Optional Ingredients (for extra flavor)- 1 stalk of green onion (for color and fresh taste)
- 2 Tbsp mirin (or cooking sake, for flavor enhancement and odor removal)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce (for umami depth)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (for saltiness)
- 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar (for a mild sweetness)
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup or honey (for shine and a tender texture)
- 1/3 Tbsp minced garlic (for aromatic notes)
- 2 Tbsp water (to adjust sauce consistency)
- A pinch of ginger powder (or a tiny bit of fresh ginger juice, for aroma)
- A pinch of black pepper (enhances the pork’s flavor)
Optional Ingredients (for extra flavor)- 1 stalk of green onion (for color and fresh taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s gather all the ingredients for our ultimate pork belly rice bowl. Fresh ingredients are the foundation of great taste!
Step 2
Thinly slice the onion and soak it in cold water for about 10 minutes to remove its sharp flavor. Finely chop the green onion for garnish.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the secret soy sauce glaze. Whisk them together until the sugar is dissolved. You’ll need 2 Tbsp mirin, 1 Tbsp oyster sauce, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 2 Tbsp corn syrup, 1/3 Tbsp minced garlic, 2 Tbsp water, a pinch of ginger powder, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well until you have a delicious sauce.
Step 4
Drain the soaked onion slices thoroughly using a sieve. This step removes any lingering pungency while enhancing the onion’s natural sweetness.
Step 5
Place the hot steamed rice into your serving bowl or a wide dish. Gently arrange the drained onion slices on top of the rice. This layer adds a lovely soft texture between the rice and the pork.
Step 6
Heat a pan over medium heat and add the pork belly slices. Cook them until they are golden brown and nicely seared on both sides, allowing the fat to render.
Step 7
Transfer the cooked pork belly to a cutting board and slice it into bite-sized pieces. Aim for uniform pieces for easier eating.
Step 8
If there’s too much rendered pork fat in the pan, reduce the heat to very low. Use a paper towel to carefully dab and remove most of the excess fat, leaving about 1 to 2 tablespoons behind for cooking the sauce.
Step 9
Pour the prepared soy sauce glaze into the pan with the pork belly. Switch the heat to medium-low and stir-fry, allowing the sauce to coat the pork and thicken slightly, creating a glossy finish. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning, ensuring the pork becomes tender and flavorful.
Step 10
Generously spoon the glossy, braised pork belly over the rice and onion bed. Garnish with the chopped green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Your delicious sweet and savory pork belly rice bowl is now complete!
Step 11
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