Chewy and Flavorful Hongeo Samhap: A Special Feast at Home
How to Enjoy Fermented Skate to the Fullest: The Perfect Hongeo Samhap Recipe
Fermented skate, loved for its unique flavor! While delicious on its own, elevate your experience by pairing it with tender pork belly (samgyeopsal) and crisp aged kimchi for Hongeo Samhap. Here’s a detailed guide on how to enjoy this delicacy at home like a special banquet.
Main Ingredients- Well-fermented skate (prepared to your preference)
- Delicious aged kimchi (with filling removed)
- Pork belly or pork shoulder for boiling (approx. 500g)
- Fresh cheongyang peppers (2-3, adjust to taste)
- Thinly sliced garlic (garlic slices or minced garlic)
- Ssamjang (a good quality one)
- Chogochujang (spicy and sweet red pepper paste)
Boiling Pork Ingredients- Commercial pork broth pack or stock bag (1)
- Doenjang (Korean soybean paste) (3 Tbsp)
- Coffee grounds (1 tsp, for odor removal)
- Onion (1, roughly chopped)
- Bay leaves (2-3, for aroma)
- Commercial pork broth pack or stock bag (1)
- Doenjang (Korean soybean paste) (3 Tbsp)
- Coffee grounds (1 tsp, for odor removal)
- Onion (1, roughly chopped)
- Bay leaves (2-3, for aroma)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the delicious boiled pork. Fill a pot with enough water to cover the pork. Add the commercial pork broth pack (or stock bag), the roughly chopped onion, coffee grounds, 3 tablespoons of doenjang, and bay leaves. Bring it to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the pork for boiling and simmer over medium-low heat for about 1 hour until tender. It’s crucial to boil it long enough for the meat to become tender.
Step 2
Let’s also prepare the cheongyang peppers and garlic, which create a fantastic flavor combination with the hongeo samhap. Slice the cheongyang peppers thinly for a spicy kick, and thinly slice or mince the garlic. Adjust the quantities according to your preference.
Step 3
Now, it’s time to prepare the well-fermented aged kimchi. Gently remove the filling from the kimchi and rinse it several times under running water to remove excess saltiness. Squeeze out excess water and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Its crisp and tangy flavor will further enhance the richness of the fermented skate.
Step 4
Once the pork is thoroughly boiled, remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly. Then, slice it into bite-sized pieces. Slicing it about 0.5 cm thick will give it a satisfying chew, as slices that are too thin can fall apart. Now, all the preparations for the beautiful presentation of hongeo samhap are complete!
Step 5
Prepare a serving plate to artfully arrange the hongeo samhap ingredients. First, arrange the sliced boiled pork neatly on one side of the plate. Serving it warm will enhance its deliciousness.
Step 6
Next, elegantly place the star of the dish, the fermented skate, on the plate. The skate’s unique pungent flavor and chewy texture are simply superb. Presenting it attractively will stimulate your appetite.
Step 7
Finally, place the prepared aged kimchi next to the pork to complete the perfect Hongeo Samhap! The way to enjoy this dish is truly special. Dip a piece of skate in chogochujang, place a piece of tender pork next to it, and then add the crisp aged kimchi. Don’t forget to add garlic and chili dipped in ssamjang for a truly generous bite. The harmony of flavors that fills your mouth is absolutely wonderful! You must try it.
