Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. pork trotters
- 2 cups of short-grain rice
- 4 cups of water
- 1/2 cup of soy sauce
- 1/2 cup of rice wine
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of minced garlic
- 1/4 cup of minced ginger
- 1/4 cup of scallions, chopped
- 1/4 cup of sesame oil
- 1/4 cup of gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup of sesame seeds, toasted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker or slow cooker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the pork trotters thoroughly and place them in the pressure cooker or slow cooker.
2. Add 2 cups of water, soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, garlic, ginger, scallions, and sesame oil to the cooker.
3. Cook the pork trotters in the pressure cooker for 45 minutes or in the slow cooker for 6-8 hours until they are tender and easily fall off the bone.
4. Once the pork trotters are cooked, remove them from the cooker and let them cool.
5. Strain the cooking liquid and reserve it for later use.
6. Cook the rice in a rice cooker or on the stove according to package instructions.
7. In a small bowl, mix the gochujang with 1/4 cup of the reserved cooking liquid to make a sauce.
8. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
9. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and pour in the beaten eggs. Cook until set, then flip and cook for another minute. Remove from the pan and slice into thin strips.
10. To assemble the rice bowl, place a scoop of rice in a bowl.
11. Top with sliced pork trotters, egg strips, and a drizzle of the gochujang sauce.
12. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 45 minutes (pressure cooker) or 6-8 hours (slow cooker)
Temperature:
- Pressure cooker: High pressure
- Slow cooker: Low heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 600
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Protein: 30g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork trotters can be substituted with pork belly or pork shoulder.
- Short-grain rice can be substituted with any type of rice.
- Gochujang can be substituted with any chili paste.
Variations:
- Add sliced cucumbers, carrots, and radishes for a refreshing crunch.
- Top with kimchi for extra flavor.
- Substitute the pork trotters with chicken or beef.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a pressure cooker or slow cooker to make the pork trotters tender and flavorful.
- Toast the sesame seeds for extra flavor.
- Use the reserved cooking liquid to make a soup or stew.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover pork trotters and rice separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the pork trotters and rice separately in the microwave or on the stove.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the rice bowl in a shallow bowl or plate.
- Garnish with sliced scallions and cilantro.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of pickled vegetables or a simple salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Kimchi
- Pickled vegetables
- Simple salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pork trotters are tough, cook them for a longer time in the pressure cooker or slow cooker.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork trotters thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
- Jokbal is a popular Korean dish made with pig's feet.
Flavor profiles:
- Salty, sweet, savory, and spicy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the Jokbal Rice Bowl as a main dish for lunch or dinner.
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Region: Korean