The Ultimate ‘Pork Belly Rabokki’: A Delicious Fusion of Chewy Fish Cakes and Savory Pork Belly
Pork Belly Rabokki
Introducing ‘Pork Belly Rabokki’, a delightful dish that takes the beloved rabokki (ramen and tteokbokki) and elevates it with the rich, savory flavor of thinly sliced pork belly. This recipe combines the satisfying chewiness of fish cakes, the fresh crunch of vegetables, and perfectly cooked ramen noodles for an unforgettable taste experience. Its simple preparation makes it a perfect homemade meal, ideal for a quick snack, a hearty lunch, or even as an impressive appetizer. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this incredibly flavorful and satisfying Pork Belly Rabokki!
Main Ingredients- Thinly sliced pork belly (Daepae Samgyeopsal)
- Fish cakes (Eomuk), cut into bite-sized pieces or strips
- Onion, thinly sliced
- Scallions, sliced diagonally
- Ramen noodles
Spicy & Sweet Sauce- 3 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1.5 Tbsp Oligodang (Korean corn syrup for shine and sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- Pinch of Black Pepper (enhances flavor)
- 3 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1.5 Tbsp Oligodang (Korean corn syrup for shine and sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- Pinch of Black Pepper (enhances flavor)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all your ingredients except for the ramen noodles. Slice the onion thinly and the scallions diagonally. Cut the fish cakes into your preferred bite-sized shapes. Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms if you like!
Step 2
Now, let’s make the star of the dish: the sauce! In a bowl, combine 3 Tbsp Gochujang, 1 Tbsp Gochugaru, 1 Tbsp Sugar, 1.5 Tbsp Oligodang, 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce, 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly. Having the sauce ready beforehand will make the cooking process much smoother.
Step 3
Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the thinly sliced pork belly. Cook until it’s nicely browned and slightly crispy. The savory fat rendered from the pork belly will add a wonderful depth of flavor to the dish. After cooking, you can lightly dab away excess oil with a paper towel for a cleaner taste.
Step 4
In the same pan used for the pork belly, add enough water or broth (like anchovy-kelp broth) to cover the ingredients. Stir in the pre-made sauce mixture until it’s fully dissolved and begins to simmer.
Step 5
Once the sauce starts boiling, add the sliced onions and scallions. Let them cook in the sauce, allowing their natural sweetness and aroma to infuse into the broth.
Step 6
When the onions and scallions are slightly tender, add the prepared fish cakes. The fish cakes will absorb the flavorful sauce, making them even more delicious.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to medium and let the rabokki simmer briskly, allowing all the ingredients to meld together beautifully. This simmering process is key to developing a rich flavor.
Step 8
When the ingredients are almost cooked through, add the ramen noodles. Gently separate the noodles with chopsticks as they cook to ensure they are evenly coated with the sauce and don’t stick together.
Step 9
Your delicious Pork Belly Rabokki is ready when the ramen noodles are cooked and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency! Serve immediately while piping hot for the best experience. You can also add a fried egg or some seaweed flakes on top for extra enjoyment.
