Juicy and Tender Pork Boiled and Wrapped (Suyuk) with Zero Gamey Smell
Your New Favorite Side Dish! Perfectly Boiled Pork Suyuk: Lock in Juiciness! Eliminate Gamey Odors! Served with Savory Shrimp Paste Dip!
Enjoy incredibly tender and juicy pork suyuk right at home! This recipe features a secret step of lightly searing the pork before boiling to seal in all the delicious juices. We’ve also incorporated traditional Korean medicinal herbs to ensure a clean, fresh flavor, free from any gamey smell. Paired with a flavorful shrimp paste dipping sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Pork Suyuk Ingredients- Pork shoulder or leg meat 500g
- Cooking oil 1 Tbsp
- Soy sauce 7 Tbsp
- Masucobado sugar 4 Tbsp
- Cooking wine (Mirin or similar) 1 Tbsp
- Ginger syrup 1 tsp
- Water 1 liter
- Whole peppercorns
- Herbal sachet (for Samgyetang or similar) 1 pack
- Garlic scapes (optional, for garnish or pickling)
The Perfect Pairing: Shrimp Paste Dipping Sauce- Salted fermented shrimp (Saewoojeot) 2 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) 1 tsp
- Cooking wine (Mirin or similar) 1 Tbsp
- Water 2 Tbsp
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Sesame oil 1/2 Tbsp
- Pickled radish wraps (for serving)
- Chives (for serving)
- Salted fermented shrimp (Saewoojeot) 2 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) 1 tsp
- Cooking wine (Mirin or similar) 1 Tbsp
- Water 2 Tbsp
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Sesame oil 1/2 Tbsp
- Pickled radish wraps (for serving)
- Chives (for serving)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Rinse the pork shoulder or leg meat thoroughly under cold running water. If there’s still a lot of blood, you can rub it gently with about 1 Tbsp of soju (or cooking wine) to help remove any remaining impurities and reduce gamey odors. Let it sit for about 10 minutes before cooking.
Step 2
Heat a pan over medium heat and add 1 Tbsp of cooking oil. Sear all sides of the pork for about 1 minute per side until lightly browned. Searing the outside of the pork before boiling is a crucial step that seals in the juices, ensuring a moist and flavorful result. Aim for a slightly more golden-brown sear than shown in the picture.
Step 3
Place the seared pork into a pot. Add the soy sauce, Masucobado sugar, ginger syrup, cooking wine, whole peppercorns, and the herbal sachet. Pour in 1 liter of water, ensuring the pork is fully submerged, and bring to a boil over high heat.
Step 4
For the best results, use a pot with a thick bottom, such as a Dutch oven or cast iron pot. This ensures even heat distribution, leading to more tender boiled pork. (Optional)
Step 5
Once the water comes to a rolling boil, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let the pork simmer gently for at least 30 minutes, or until tender. Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface during cooking to maintain a clear broth and prevent unwanted odors. If you have garlic scapes prepared for pickling (as the original author did), you can add a few stalks to the pot for extra flavor. (The author mentioned they enjoyed these scapes immensely on their own!)
Step 6
*The cooking time can vary depending on the thickness of the pork, the heat level, and the type of pot used. However, it’s generally recommended to simmer for at least 30 minutes to ensure the pork is cooked through and tender. You can check for doneness by piercing the meat with a skewer; if no pink juices come out, it’s ready.
Step 7
After the pork is fully cooked, turn off the heat and let it rest in the pot for about 5-10 minutes, allowing the residual heat to finish the cooking process. Once slightly cooled, remove the pork and slice it into your desired thickness. Avoid slicing too thinly, as it might fall apart.
Step 8
In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the shrimp paste dipping sauce: salted fermented shrimp, minced garlic, gochugaru, cooking wine, water, toasted sesame seeds, and sesame oil. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
Step 9
Arrange the sliced pork suyuk attractively on a serving platter. Add the cooked garlic scapes (if used), fresh chives, and the prepared shrimp paste dipping sauce. Serve with pickled radish wraps for a complete and delicious meal. Enjoy your homemade, incredibly flavorful pork suyuk!
