Tender Pork Belly Boiled (Suyuk) – No Odor Recipe
Café-Style at Home! Tender Pork Belly Boiled (Suyuk) with No Odor – The Golden Recipe
This recipe introduces how to make incredibly tender and odor-free pork belly boiled (Suyuk) using a whole pork belly cut. If you’re craving pork belly while on a diet, this healthy and mild approach is the answer! We’ll share easy-to-follow tips.
Main Ingredients- 1.2kg Whole Pork Belly
- 1 small Apple
- 1 stalk Green Onion
- 7-8 Bay Leaves
- 6-7 slices Ginger
- 1 tsp Whole Peppercorns
- 1/2 cup Mirin (or 100ml cooking wine, 100ml Soju)
Odor Eliminator- 0.3-1 Tbsp Instant Coffee Granules (any type)
- 0.3-1 Tbsp Instant Coffee Granules (any type)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the whole pork belly. To ensure even cooking and better flavor absorption, cut it into large pieces, about 1.5-2cm thick. Be careful not to cut it too thinly, as it might break apart while cooking.
Step 2
In a deep and large pot, add enough water to completely submerge the pork belly. Once the water starts boiling, add the apple (cored and roughly chopped), green onion (focus on the white parts), sliced ginger, bay leaves, and whole peppercorns to eliminate odor and add flavor.
Step 3
When the water is at a rolling boil, add the secret ingredient for tender, odor-free Suyuk: instant coffee granules. Coffee is highly effective at neutralizing any porky smell. Then, pour in the Mirin (or cooking wine/Soju) to further remove any remaining odors.
Step 4
Temperature control is key! Bring it to a vigorous boil over high heat for 15 to 20 minutes. Then, cover the pot with a lid, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let it simmer for another 20 minutes. This method ensures the exterior cooks while the inside remains moist and tender.
Step 5
After simmering for about 40 minutes in total, carefully remove the cooked pork belly from the pot and let it cool slightly. Cutting it while it’s too hot can cause it to crumble. Letting it rest for about 5-10 minutes is ideal.
Step 6
Once slightly cooled, slice the pork belly into bite-sized pieces. Slicing it to about 1cm thickness allows you to fully experience the rich, juicy flavor with every bite.
Step 7
Behold the beautifully prepared pork belly boiled (Suyuk)! It’s particularly delicious when served with fresh seasonal perilla leaves (minari) and a dipping sauce. Enjoy it with your favorite ssam vegetables like kimchi, garlic, or a savory dipping sauce for a healthy and satisfying meal.
