Rich and Flavorful Samgyeopsal Kongnamul Rice (Pressure Cooker)
Samgyeopsal and Bean Sprout Rice Cooked in a Pressure Cooker
A delightful rice dish made with succulent pork belly (samgyeopsal) and crisp bean sprouts, all cooked together in a pressure cooker! Each grain of rice is infused with incredible flavor, making for a satisfying and elegant meal. Elevate a special occasion or a regular day with this recipe.
Ingredients- 300g fresh pork belly (samgyeopsal)
- 1 bag (approx. 200g) fresh bean sprouts
- 1 cup (200ml) pre-soaked rice
- Mirin (cooking wine), to taste
- Minced garlic, to taste
- Cooking oil, a small amount
- Savory seasoning sauce, to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare fresh, high-quality pork belly (samgyeopsal). (Tip: Using fresh pork like ‘Dodram Handon’ will enhance the flavor.)
Step 2
Cut the prepared fresh pork belly into bite-sized strips, about 1cm thick. Trim and wash the bean sprouts thoroughly, then drain them. Rinse the rice and soak it for about 30 minutes. Coarsely mince the garlic.
Step 3
Lightly grease the bottom of a pressure cooker with cooking oil and add the sliced pork belly. Sauté over medium heat until it starts to render its fat. Once partially cooked, add the minced garlic, mirin, and a pinch of black pepper, and continue to stir-fry to remove any gaminess and enhance the aroma. When the pork belly is nicely browned, add the soaked rice and pour in enough water to cover the rice.
Step 4
Generously pile the washed bean sprouts on top of the pork belly and rice mixture in the pressure cooker. Spread them evenly over the rice.
Step 5
Secure the lid of the pressure cooker. Cook on high heat until the whistle blows, then reduce the heat to low and steam for about 10-15 minutes. Once cooked, turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally. Carefully open the lid and gently fluff the rice with a spatula, being careful not to mash the grains.
Step 6
While the rice is cooking, prepare the savory seasoning sauce. (Tip: Mix soy sauce, chopped green onions, minced garlic, chili powder, sesame oil, and toasted sesame seeds for a delicious sauce.)
Step 7
While bean sprout rice is delicious on its own, adding the rich and savory pork belly elevates it to another level! Cooking it in a pressure cooker makes the pork incredibly tender, and the rice absorbs the flavors of the pork belly and the refreshing taste of the bean sprouts, resulting in a beautifully glossy finish. Serving this hot rice with the prepared seasoning sauce and mixing it all together is absolutely delightful! This creates a hearty and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
