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Savory Scallion & Pork Belly Rice Bowls

This quick and easy rice bowl features tender, marinated pork belly simmered with fragrant scallions and a savory-sweet sauce. It's a perfect weeknight meal that balances rich umami flavors with fresh aromatics.

Savory Scallion & Pork Belly Rice Bowls

Prep Time

45 min

Difficulty

Easy

Servings

4

Calories

550 kcal

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut pork belly into 1-inch cubes. Mince garlic and ginger.

    ~5 min
  2. 2

    In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, brown sugar, and sesame oil for the sauce.

    ~2 min
  3. 3

    Slice scallions, separating white and green parts.

    ~3 min
  4. 4

    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork belly and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

    ~10 min
  5. 5

    Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

    ~1 min
  6. 6

    Pour the prepared sauce over the pork belly. Add the white parts of the scallions. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pork is tender and sauce has thickened.

    ~15 min
  7. 7

    Stir in the green parts of the scallions and cook for another 2 minutes.

    ~2 min
  8. 8

    Serve the pork belly mixture over hot cooked rice. Drizzle with any remaining sauce.

Tips

  • For extra tender pork, you can braise it covered for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  • This dish pairs well with a side of steamed bok choy or a simple cucumber salad.

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