Delicious Samgyeopsal Bibimbap (Korean Pork Belly Rice Bowl)
Savory Samgyeopsal Bibimbap with Refreshing Radish Salad
Craving a quick and satisfying homemade meal? Elevate your home cooking with this fantastic Samgyeopsal Bibimbap, made even more delicious with the addition of your pre-made radish salad (muchim)! This dish combines fresh vegetables, flavorful pork belly, and that delightful crunchy radish salad, all mixed together for a truly satisfying bite. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a hearty lunch!
Essential Ingredients- 2 strips Samgyeopsal (Korean pork belly, approx. 200g)
- 2 leaves Napa cabbage (tender inner leaves)
- 4 leaves Lettuce
- 2 leaves Perilla leaves (Kkaennip)
- Radish salad (Muchim) to taste (pre-made)
Seasoning Ingredients (for Mixing)- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) (2-3 Tbsp, adjust to taste)
- Sesame oil (1-2 Tbsp)
- Ssamjang (Korean soybean paste) (1 Tbsp, optional)
Optional Ingredients- 1 Egg
- 1-2 bowls Cooked rice
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) (2-3 Tbsp, adjust to taste)
- Sesame oil (1-2 Tbsp)
- Ssamjang (Korean soybean paste) (1 Tbsp, optional)
Optional Ingredients- 1 Egg
- 1-2 bowls Cooked rice
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your fresh vegetables. Wash the lettuce leaves thoroughly under running water and pat them dry. Then, thinly slice them into bite-sized strips. For the Napa cabbage, select the tender inner leaves and slice them into similar-sized strips as the lettuce. Wash the perilla leaves, stack them, roll them tightly, and then thinly slice them into fine shreds. These fresh vegetables will add a wonderful crispness to your bibimbap.
Step 2
Cut the samgyeopsal (pork belly) into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm wide. Heat a frying pan over medium heat, without adding any oil. Place the pork belly slices in the hot pan and cook until they are golden brown and slightly crispy on both sides. Once cooked, transfer the pork belly to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess fat. Then, either tear it into smaller pieces with your hands or use scissors to cut it. The savory aroma of freshly cooked pork belly will significantly enhance the flavor of your bibimbap.
Step 3
Now, prepare your serving bowl. Fill about half of the bowl with warm, cooked rice. Artfully arrange the sliced lettuce, Napa cabbage, and shredded perilla leaves over the rice. Generously place the cooked samgyeopsal pieces and the crunchy radish salad in the center of the bowl. This colorful arrangement of ingredients will make your bibimbap visually appealing and inviting.
Step 4
Finally, add the sauce and any optional toppings to complete your bibimbap. Drizzle 2-3 tablespoons of gochujang and 1-2 tablespoons of sesame oil over the ingredients. For an added layer of savory depth, you can also mix in 1 tablespoon of ssamjang. If you like, fry an egg sunny-side up, ensuring the yolk is still runny, and place it on top. Now, simply mix everything together with your chopsticks and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures. You’re about to experience a truly fantastic bibimbap!
