Savory Stir-Fried Pork Belly with Napa Cabbage
Easy and Delicious Stir-Fried Pork Belly with Napa Cabbage Recipe
Introducing a delightful stir-fried dish featuring thinly sliced pork belly and crisp napa cabbage. This recipe is perfect as a flavorful side dish or a hearty meal. The harmonious combination of savory seasonings, crunchy cabbage, and rich pork belly is exceptional, and its simple preparation makes it accessible for everyone. Experience the irresistible taste that is sure to become a rice-serving champion!
Main Ingredients- 200g thinly sliced pork belly (daepae samgyeopsal)
- 300g napa cabbage
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, carefully check and prepare all the necessary ingredients. Wash the fresh napa cabbage thoroughly under running water. Then, cut it into bite-sized square pieces, about 2-3 cm. This ensures the seasoning penetrates well and provides a pleasant texture when cooked.
Step 2
Now, let’s start stir-frying! Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add the 200g of thinly sliced pork belly and 2 Tbsp of minced garlic. Stir-fry until the pork belly is about half-cooked and has rendered some of its fat, developing a rich aroma.
Step 3
Once the pork belly is partially cooked, add 1 Tbsp of cooking wine. This will help to eliminate any gamey odors and enhance the overall flavor.
Step 4
Next, pour in 2 Tbsp of soy sauce for that essential salty and savory depth. Make sure the soy sauce spreads evenly over the ingredients in the pan.
Step 5
Add 1 Tbsp of oyster sauce to introduce a deep and complex umami flavor. Oyster sauce is a staple in many Asian cuisines for good reason!
Step 6
Stir-fry quickly over medium heat to combine the pork belly with the sauces, ensuring everything is coated evenly. You’ll start to smell the delicious aroma as the ingredients meld together.
Step 7
Once the pork and seasonings are well combined, add all the prepared 300g of napa cabbage to the pan. The crisp texture of the cabbage is key to this dish’s appeal.
Step 8
Continue to stir-fry after adding the cabbage until it softens slightly and the pork is fully cooked. It’s important to maintain some of the cabbage’s crispness so it doesn’t become too soggy. Just before turning off the heat, sprinkle in about 0.3 Tbsp of black pepper for a subtle kick of spice.
Step 9
For a nutty flavor and an appealing finish, sprinkle 1 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds over the dish. The sesame seeds add a delightful crunch and aroma with every bite.
Step 10
Finally, drizzle 1 Tbsp of sesame oil around the edges of the pan. This will add a glossy sheen and a fragrant finish that elevates the dish.
Step 11
Give everything one last gentle stir with a spatula to ensure the pepper, sesame seeds, and sesame oil are evenly distributed. Your delicious stir-fried pork belly and napa cabbage is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve hot with a bowl of steamed rice.
