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Gochujang Pork Belly with Kimchi & Scallion Salad

Caramelized pork belly glazed with gochujang, served with crispy lettuce wraps, quick kimchi, and a bright scallion salad. Ready in 20 minutes—spicy, savory, and screaming TikTok.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
620
Protein
42g
Gochujang Pork Belly with Kimchi & Scallion Salad
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix gochujang, soy sauce, and honey in a small bowl until smooth.

  2. Step 2

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Add pork belly in a single layer and sear 2–3 minutes per side until edges brown and fat renders. Work in batches if needed.

  4. Step 4

    Pour the gochujang glaze over the pork and toss to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes until caramelized and sticky.

  5. Step 5

    Transfer pork to a plate. Toss kimchi and sliced scallions together with 1 tbsp water in the same skillet, warm 30 seconds, then move to a serving bowl.

  6. Step 6

    Serve pork with lettuce wraps, kimchi-scallion salad, and a small bowl of leftover pan juices for dipping.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or cast iron
  • small mixing bowl
  • tongs or spatula

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