Miso-Glazed Pork Belly with Bok Choy

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Sweet-savory glazed pork belly paired with crisp bok choy for a balanced meal. This asian-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs pork belly, bok choy, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 510 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

★ 4.3 (12 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 510 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, coconut aminos, ginger, and 1/2 tsp water until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork belly cubes and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Pour miso mixture over pork belly, stirring constantly to coat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the meat. Add bok choy and toss until wilted (about 2 minutes). Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Miso-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 Miso-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 Miso-Glazed Pork Belly with Bok Choy for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Miso-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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