Ginger-Braised Pork Belly with Shiitake and Kimchi

Name: Ginger-Braised Pork Belly with Shiitake and Kimchi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound meaty pork belly, thinly sliced; 1 red onion, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 2 1/2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup mirin; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 pound shiitake mushroomsstems discarded, caps quartered; 3/4 pound daikon, peeled and cut into 2-by-1/2-inch sticks; 1/2 cup kimchi

Servings: persons

1
In a medium cast-iron casserole or Dutch oven, working in 3 batches, brown the pork belly over moderate heat, turning once, about 6 minutes.
2
Transfer to a plate.
3
Repeat with the remaining meat.
4
Add the onion and ginger to the casserole and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5
Add the pork belly, chicken stock, soy sauce and mirin and bring to a boil.
6
Cover and simmer over low heat until the pork belly is tender, about 1 hour.
7
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the oil.
8
Add the shiitake and cook over high heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
9
Add the shiitake, daikon and kimchi to the casserole and simmer over low heat until the daikon is tender, about 20 minutes longer.
10
Ladle the meat, vegetables and broth into shallow bowls and serve.

625

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound meaty pork belly, thinly sliced, 1 red onion, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger, 2 1/2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium broth, and more.

Yes, Ginger-Braised Pork Belly with Shiitake and Kimchi falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!