Name: Pork Belly Chashu Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 5 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp dark soy sauce; 3 tbsp sugar; 4 tbsp mirin; 4 garlic cloves; Spicy green pepper (optional); 2 strips thin pork belly; green onion for garnish

Pork Belly Chashu Rice

Dive into a hearty bowl of succulent pork belly glazed with a tantalizing soy and mirin sauce, with hints of garlic and spicy green pepper. A savory delight that brings the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spice!

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FEATURED COMMENT

"The flavor-packed pork belly combined with the fragrant sauce had me going back for seconds!"

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This rice bowl captures the essence of authentic Asian cuisine, blending the savory richness of pork belly with the nuanced flavors of soy, mirin, and spicy green pepper. With each bite, you'll be taken on a flavor journey that perfectly melds sweet, spicy, and umami, making it a dish that's both comforting and invigorating.

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Why This Recipe Will Win You Over:

Quick to Prepare: Ready in under 30 minutes.
Versatile: Adjust the spice level to your preference.
Balanced Flavors: The sweet and spicy sauce elevates the tender pork belly, creating a meal that's both hearty and flavorful.

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Making It Your Own

Feel free to toss in some vegetables like bell peppers or baby spinach to add color, crunch, and nutrition. For those who enjoy a tangy twist, a squeeze of lime just before serving can work wonders.

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Hungry Yet? Dive Right In!

This bowl promises a burst of flavors and textures that are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Serve it piping hot, and watch the bowl empty in no time!

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INGREDIENTS

Soy sauce: 5 tbsp
Dark soy sauce: 1 tbsp
Sugar: 3 tbsp
Mirin: 4 tbsp
Water: 1/2 cup
Minced garlic: 4 cloves
Spicy green pepper (optional)
Thin pork belly strips: 2
Green onion for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare the sauce with soy sauces, sugar, mirin, water, garlic, and spicy green pepper.
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Cook pork belly in the sauce.
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Slice the pork belly into bite-sized pieces and simmer until the sauce thickens.
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Assemble the bowl with rice, pork belly, boiled egg, and garnish with green onion.

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Enjoy! ♡

Connie Cooks

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Keywords: Pork belly, Soy sauce, Mirin, Spicy, Rice bowl

Pork Belly Chashu Rice

Total Time:
25 minutes
Yield:
2 servings

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INGREDIENTS

Soy sauce: 5 tbsp
Dark soy sauce: 1 tbsp
Sugar: 3 tbsp
Mirin: 4 tbsp
Water: 1/2 cup
Minced garlic: 4 cloves
Spicy green pepper (optional)
Thin pork belly strips: 2
Green onion for garnish

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INSTRUCTIONS

Sauce Preparation: In a pan, combine soy sauces, sugar, mirin, water, minced garlic, and optionally, spicy green pepper. Mix well.
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Bring to Boil: Heat the pan over medium flame until the sauce mixture reaches a boil.
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Cooking the Pork Belly: Introduce the pork belly slices to the boiling sauce. Ensure they are submerged and coated well.
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Slicing the Meat: Once the pork belly has been thoroughly cooked, take it out and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
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Thickening the Sauce: Return the sliced pork belly to the pan. Continue to simmer the mixture until the sauce gains a thicker consistency.
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Assembling the Bowl: Lay out a bed of cooked rice in a bowl. Place the pork belly pieces on top. If you like, you can add a boiled egg.
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Garnishing: Finish off by sprinkling some freshly chopped green onions on top. For those who want an added kick, another round of spicy green pepper can be added.
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Nutrition Facts

2 servings
500
per serving

(% Daily Value)

Total Fat: 30g (46%)

Sodium: 1200mg (50%)

Dietary Fiber: 1g (4%)

Protein: 15g

Vitamin C: 1mg (2%)

Potassium: 300mg (8%)

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Cholesterol: 45mg (15%)

Total Carbohydrate: 40g (13%)

Sugars: 10g

Vitamin A: 80µg (3%)

Iron 2mg (11%)

Phosphorus 150mg (12%)

Keywords:

Pork belly, Soy sauce, Mirin, Spicy, Rice bowl