Viral Hit! Lee Chan Won’s Pork Neck and Korean Green Pepper Braise Recipe
Lee Chan Won’s Pork Neck and Korean Green Pepper Braise – A Sweet & Savory Rice Thief Recipe!
A dish that will impress the whole family! Introducing Lee Chan Won’s signature Pork Neck and Korean Green Pepper Braise recipe from ‘Pyeonstorang’. The perfect balance of savory and sweet makes it an addictive dish that will have you finishing a bowl of rice in no time. Perfect for serving guests as a special side dish tonight, enjoy a delicious meal with this recipe!
Main Ingredients- 400g Pork Neck (for a tender and succulent texture)
- 20 Korean Green Peppers (adds a crisp texture and mild spicy flavor)
Golden Ratio Sauce- 2 Tbsp Sesame Oil (for a nutty aroma)
- 2 Tbsp Minced Garlic (for a deep flavor)
- 2 Tbsp Corn Syrup (for gloss and subtle sweetness)
- 2 Tbsp Plum Extract (for deep sweetness and fragrance instead of sugar)
- 2 Tbsp Mirin (removes gamey smell and tenderizes, can substitute with soju)
- 2 Tbsp Water (helps ingredients cook evenly)
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce (provides the basic savory umami)
- 2 Tbsp Sesame Oil (for a nutty aroma)
- 2 Tbsp Minced Garlic (for a deep flavor)
- 2 Tbsp Corn Syrup (for gloss and subtle sweetness)
- 2 Tbsp Plum Extract (for deep sweetness and fragrance instead of sugar)
- 2 Tbsp Mirin (removes gamey smell and tenderizes, can substitute with soju)
- 2 Tbsp Water (helps ingredients cook evenly)
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce (provides the basic savory umami)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, gently press the pork neck with paper towels to remove any excess blood. Removing blood ensures a clean taste without any unpleasant gamey odors. Then, lightly season with salt and pepper for even better flavor.
Step 2
Wash the 20 fresh Korean green peppers thoroughly under running water after removing their stems. The crisp texture and mild spicy kick of the peppers will enhance the dish’s overall flavor.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the sauce, the key to this delicious braise! In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons each of sesame oil, minced garlic, corn syrup, plum extract, mirin, water, and soy sauce. Stir everything together until well combined to create your flavorful sauce.
Step 4
Heat a lightly oiled pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pork neck and stir-fry until it turns a nice golden brown. It’s important to cook the pork until its surface is nicely seared and the juices start to render.
Step 5
Once the pork neck is golden brown and cooked, add the prepared Korean green peppers to the pan and stir-fry briefly with the meat. This step will infuse the peppers with the savory flavor of the pork.
Step 6
Pour all of the delicious soy sauce mixture you prepared earlier over the pork and peppers in the pan. Ensure the sauce coats all the ingredients evenly.
Step 7
If the Korean green peppers are a bit long, use kitchen scissors to cut them in half to a more manageable size during cooking. This helps the sauce penetrate better and makes them easier to eat. (You can also leave them whole if preferred.)
Step 8
After adding the sauce, reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer and reduce. Slowly simmering allows the sauce to thicken and cling to the ingredients, which is key to achieving the best flavor.
Step 9
When the sauce has thickened and the ingredients are glossy, your Pork Neck and Korean Green Pepper Braise is complete! It’s absolutely delicious served over hot rice. Enjoy your wonderful meal!
