Soy-Glazed Pork Belly
Pork belly slices caramelized in a sweet-savory soy glaze, served with steamed rice for a satisfying dinner. This asian ready in about 25 minutes pairs soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices pork belly
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, grated ginger
- 1/4 cup, sliced green onions
- 4 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp grated ginger in a small bowl.
- Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1.5 lbs pork belly slices and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until browned and crispy, flipping once.
- Step 3: Pour the soy glaze mixture over the pork belly, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and coats the pork.
- Step 4: Garnish with 1/4 cup sliced green onions and serve immediately over 4 cups cooked rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Pork Belly take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Soy-Glazed Pork Belly?
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 Soy-Glazed Pork Belly?
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 Soy-Glazed Pork Belly 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 Soy-Glazed Pork Belly?
Asian asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This was a hit at my family dinner! The glaze was perfect.
- ★★★★★
So tender and delicious, my husband couldn't stop eating it!
- ★★★★☆
Loved the flavor, but it took a bit longer to cook than the recipe said.
