Healthy Korean Beef Belly Skillet
Looking for a flavorful yet healthy dish that’s quick to prepare? Try this Healthy Korean Beef Belly Skillet! This recipe features tender beef belly marinated in a delightful mix of gochujang and sesame oil, resulting in crispy edges and an authentic Korean taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish is not only satisfying but also visually appealing with vibrant green onions and toasted sesame seeds as toppings. Serve it over rice, in lettuce wraps, or as a filling for tacos—this versatile meal will please everyone at the table. Enjoy the burst of flavors while keeping your dinner nutritious!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef belly
- 1 small onion
- 4 green onions
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons Korean red pepper paste (gochujang)
- 1 tablespoon Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil, toasted
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: Combine ginger, gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and black pepper in a bowl. Add sliced beef belly and coat well. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated beef belly pieces in a single layer; avoid overcrowding.
- Sear beef for about 5-6 minutes on each side until browned and caramelized. Add sliced onion and green onions during the last few minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with extra green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg