Air Fryer Korean Pork Belly is a delectable dish featuring crispy, caramelized pork belly slices glazed in a sweet and savory Korean marinade. Served with steamed white rice and kimchi, it’s a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 1 lb (450g) pork belly, sliced into 1/4-inch thick strips
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp gochujang (Korean chili paste, optional)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions, chopped
For serving:
- Steamed white rice
- Kimchi
Preparation Instructions:
- Prepare the marinade:
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, honey, gochujang (if using), garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
- Marinate the pork belly:
- Add the pork belly slices to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Cook in the air fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the pork belly slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the pork is crispy and caramelized.
- Serve:
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with steamed rice and a side of kimchi.
Preparation Time
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Marination time: 30 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 55 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or reducing the amount of gochujang.
- Add sliced onions or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.
Enjoy the crispy and flavorful “Air Fryer Korean Pork Belly,” a perfect fusion of textures and tastes! 😊