Spicy Gochujang Pork Belly Oven Roast: No Smoke or Smell Worries!
Enjoy Delicious Gochujang Pork Belly Oven (Air Fryer) Roast Without Worrying About Smoke and Smells!
Pork belly is best enjoyed sizzling on a grill with kimchi, but cooking it at home can be a hassle with splattering oil, strong odors, and smoke. That’s why when I eat pork belly at home, I often opt for stir-frying it in a pan rather than grilling. However, on days when even that feels like too much work, I have a recipe that allows you to make a delicious dish without sweating over a hot stove. It’s the Gochujang Pork Belly Oven Roast! While stir-fried gochujang-marinated pork belly is delicious, roasting it in an oven or air fryer gives it a gourmet feel and a sophisticated flavor. Let’s start this simple and tasty Gochujang Pork Belly Oven Roast recipe!
Main Ingredients- 500g pork belly
- 1/2 onion
- 1/2 green onion
Marinade Base- 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Gochujang Sauce- 1.5 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp mirin (or cooking wine)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesilcheong)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp minced ginger (ginger juice or powder can be substituted)
- 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Gochujang Sauce- 1.5 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp mirin (or cooking wine)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesilcheong)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp minced ginger (ginger juice or powder can be substituted)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, pat the pork belly dry with paper towels to remove any surface blood. This helps reduce any gamey smell. Place the pork belly on a tray, sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper for a basic seasoning. Here’s a key tip for a delicious oven roast: coat the pork belly evenly with 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Mayonnaise helps tenderize the meat and allows the marinade to adhere better.
Step 2
Now, let’s prepare the vegetables. Cut the green onion into finger-length pieces, splitting the thicker parts lengthwise if needed. Slice the onion into thick strips, about 0.5cm wide. Line an oven tray or air fryer basket with parchment paper and spread the cut green onions and onions evenly at the bottom. Laying down vegetables first will allow the drippings from the meat to infuse into them, making them tender and flavorful.
Step 3
It’s time to make the delicious gochujang sauce! In a bowl, combine 1.5 tablespoons of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of gochugaru, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, 2 tablespoons of mirin, 1 tablespoon of plum extract, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon of minced ginger. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined to create the sauce. Minced ginger adds a distinct aroma, but you can omit it if you prefer. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 4
Generously coat the seasoned pork belly with the prepared gochujang sauce on both sides. It’s best to use your hands to ensure the sauce is evenly applied to the surface of the meat. Arrange the marinated pork belly over the bed of vegetables, making sure not to overlap the pieces too much.
Step 5
Now, it’s time to cook it in the oven or air fryer. If using an oven, preheat it to 180°C (350°F) and place the pork belly inside. Roast for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, flip the pork belly and roast for another 5 minutes. This will result in a slightly crispy exterior and a juicy interior. You can use an air fryer at the same temperature and for a similar duration. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning or drying out, adjusting the time as needed.
Step 6
Remove the deliciously roasted gochujang pork belly and enjoy it while it’s hot! This flavorful oven-roasted gochujang pork belly is a fantastic side dish for rice and also makes a great accompaniment to beer.
