Korean-Style Grilled Pork Belly with Gochujang Glaze

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Tender pork belly grilled with a sweet and spicy gochujang glaze that caramelizes beautifully over high heat for a bold Korean BBQ experience. This korean-inspired grilling ready in about 50 minutes pairs pork belly slices (1/4 inch thick), gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 40 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Toss 1 lb pork belly slices with half of the gochujang glaze and let marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to high heat, around 450°F. Grill pork belly slices for 3-4 minutes per side, brushing with remaining glaze halfway through, until edges are caramelized and pork is cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Transfer pork to a platter, sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 tbsp thinly sliced scallions. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Korean-Style Grilled Pork Belly with Gochujang Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (40 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Korean-Style Grilled Pork Belly with Gochujang Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Korean-Style Grilled Pork Belly with Gochujang Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Korean-Style Grilled Pork Belly with Gochujang Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Korean-Style Grilled Pork Belly with Gochujang Glaze?

Korean grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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