Beopju Jeyuk Bokkeum (Stir-Fried Pork) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pork belly, sliced thinly
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 green onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
- 1 tablespoon beopju (Korean rice wine)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large non-stick pan or wok

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, gochujang, beopju, sugar, and minced garlic. Set aside.
2. Heat a large non-stick pan or wok over high heat. Add vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
3. Add sliced pork belly to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and crispy.
4. Add sliced onion and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork and onion. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce is well combined and the pork is fully cooked.
6. Add chopped green onion and stir-fry for another minute.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot with steamed rice.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- High heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 400
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 20g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork belly can be substituted with pork shoulder or pork loin.
- Beopju can be substituted with dry sherry or sake.

Variations:
- Add sliced bell peppers or carrots for extra vegetables.
- Use chicken or beef instead of pork.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to slice the pork thinly to ensure even cooking.
- Use a non-stick pan or wok to prevent the pork from sticking to the pan.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang to your desired level of spiciness.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stove over low heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a large bowl with steamed rice and garnish with chopped green onion.

Garnishes:
- Chopped green onion

Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice and a side of kimchi.

Suggested side dishes:
- Kimchi
- Steamed vegetables
- Korean-style potato salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pork is not crispy, increase the heat and stir-fry for a few more minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is fully cooked.

Food history:
- Beopju is a traditional Korean rice wine that has been produced for over 1,000 years.

Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, savory, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with steamed rice and a side of kimchi.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Spicy, Sweet, Savory, Tangy, Umami