Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of Dugyeonju (Korean rice wine)
- 1/2 pound of pork belly, sliced
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 cups of water
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tablespoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 scallion, chopped for garnish
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a pot, add the sliced pork belly and cook over medium heat until it is slightly browned.
2. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the Dugyeonju, water, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochugaru, gochujang, sugar, salt, and pepper to the pot.
4. Bring the soup to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Let the soup simmer for 20-30 minutes until the pork is tender.
5. Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped scallions.
10 minutes preparation time, 30 minutes cooking time
Temperature: Medium heat for cooking, serve hot
Serving size: 4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork belly can be substituted with chicken or beef
- Dugyeonju can be substituted with any rice wine or sake
- Gochugaru and gochujang can be substituted with any chili flakes or paste
Variations:
- Add vegetables such as mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach to the soup
- Use seafood such as shrimp or clams instead of pork
Tips and tricks:
- Use a high-quality Dugyeonju for the best flavor
- Adjust the amount of gochugaru and gochujang to your desired level of spiciness
- Let the soup simmer for longer for a richer flavor
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until it is heated through
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in individual bowls with a sprinkle of chopped scallions on top
Garnishes:
- Chopped scallions
Pairings:
- Serve with steamed rice and kimchi for a complete meal
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Kimchi
- Pickled vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too spicy, add more water or reduce the amount of gochugaru and gochujang
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork thoroughly to an internal temperature of 145°F
Food history:
- Dugyeonju is a traditional Korean rice wine that has been enjoyed for centuries
Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, savory, and slightly sweet
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish
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Region: Korean