Maple-Glazed Pork Belly with Bok Choy

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Tender pork belly caramelized in a sweet-savory glaze, served atop steamed bok choy for a balanced meal. This asian-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs pork belly, maple syrup, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Trim excess fat from pork belly, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 4 minced garlic cloves until sugar dissolves.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork belly cubes and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.
  4. Step 4: Pour the maple glaze over the pork, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and coats the meat.
  5. Step 5: Meanwhile, separate bok choy stalks and leaves. Steam stalks for 5 minutes, then add leaves and steam for 2 more minutes until tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Arrange bok choy on a plate, top with glazed pork belly, and drizzle with any remaining pan sauce.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Pork Belly with Bok Choy take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Maple-Glazed Pork Belly with Bok Choy?

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 pork belly from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Pork Belly with Bok Choy?

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 Maple-Glazed Pork Belly with Bok Choy 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.

Is Maple-Glazed Pork Belly with Bok Choy gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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