Samgyeopsal (삼겹살) - Korean Grilled Pork Belly Recipe
Samgyeopsal (삼겹살) - Korean Grilled Pork Belly Samgyeopsal is one of Korea's most popular dishes, often enjoyed at Korean BBQ restaurants or at home. It involves grilling thick slices of **pork belly** at the table and then wrapping the cooked meat in lettuce leaves with various condiments and sauces. It’s a fun and interactive meal perfect for gatherings! **Ingredients:** **For the Pork Belly:** - 1 lb (450g) pork belly, sliced into 1/4-inch (0.6 cm) thick pieces - Salt and black pepper (for seasoning) - Sesame oil (for grilling) **For the Dipping Sauces and Condiments:** - **Ssamjang (Korean dipping sauce):** - 2 tbsp **doenjang** (fermented soybean paste) - 1 tbsp **gochujang** (Korean chili paste) - 1 tbsp **sesame oil** - 1 tsp **garlic**, minced - 1 tsp **sugar** (or honey) - 1 tbsp **water** (to thin the sauce) - 1 tbsp **roasted sesame seeds** - Optional: a splash of **rice vinegar** for tang - **Garlic & Gre...
