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Samgyeopsal (Korean Grilled Pork Belly)

Make authentic Samgyeopsal — a Korean-style grilled pork belly served with lettuce wraps, kimchi, and dipping sauces. A delicious, easy Korean BBQ dish perfect for parties and family dinners.

🥓 Ingredients:

  • 1½ lbs (700 g) pork belly slices (about ¼ inch thick)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

For the Dipping Sauce (Ssamjang):

  • 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp doenjang (soybean paste)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp chopped green onions
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

For Serving:

  • Fresh lettuce leaves (romaine or red leaf)
  • Kimchi
  • Sliced garlic and green chili
  • Steamed rice
  • Ssamjang (dipping sauce prepared above)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Prepare the pork belly:
    Slice the pork belly into even, thin pieces. Pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Mix simple seasoning:
    In a small bowl, mix sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. This acts as a light dip for the cooked meat.

  3. Grill the pork:
    Heat a grill pan or tabletop grill. Place the pork belly slices and cook until crispy and golden brown on both sides (about 3–4 minutes per side).

  4. Serve:
    Serve freshly grilled pork belly with lettuce, kimchi, and dipping sauces.

  5. Make your wrap (ssam):
    Place a lettuce leaf in your hand, add a piece of pork, some rice, kimchi, a dab of ssamjang, and a slice of garlic — then wrap and enjoy!

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve Samgyeopsal with steamed rice, Korean pickled radish, and miso soup.
  • Add a side of Korean potato salad or seaweed salad for a refreshing contrast.
  • Pair with soju or barley tea for an authentic Korean BBQ experience.

🧊 Storage Tips:

  • Refrigerate: Store leftover cooked pork belly in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze: Raw pork belly can be frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat: Reheat in a skillet until warmed through to retain its crispiness.

❓ FAQs About Samgyeopsal

Q1. What does Samgyeopsal mean?
“Samgyeopsal” literally means “three-layered meat,” referring to the layers of fat and meat in pork belly.

Q2. Do I need to marinate the pork belly?
Traditional Samgyeopsal is not marinated — it’s seasoned lightly with salt and sesame oil to highlight the pork’s flavor.

Q3. Can I cook Samgyeopsal without a grill?
Yes, you can use a nonstick skillet or a stovetop grill pan.

Q4. What kind of sauce is best with Samgyeopsal?
Ssamjang (a mix of gochujang and soybean paste) is the most traditional.

Q5. Is Samgyeopsal healthy?
In moderation, yes! It’s high in protein, but balance it with vegetables and lettuce wraps to make it a healthier meal.

🍲 Similar Recipes to Samgyeopsal :

  1. Galbi (Korean BBQ Short Ribs)
  2. Bulgogi (Korean Marinated Beef)
  3. Dak Galbi (Spicy Chicken BBQ)
  4. Japchae (Korean Glass Noodle Stir-Fry)
  5. Bibimbap (Korean Mixed Rice Bowl)

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