Get ready to bring a taste of Korea right into your kitchen with this scrumptious Oven Baked Korean Pork Belly recipe! Pork belly, a beloved staple in Korean cuisine, is known for its rich flavors and succulent texture. While it’s often grilled at restaurants under the name samgyeopsal, today we’re taking a simpler, smoke-free route that’s perfect for home cooking.

This recipe uses a delightful marinade of soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, and spices to infuse the pork with sweet, savory, and slightly spicy notes.

The best part? It’s incredibly easy to prepare. Just marinate, bake, and you’re ready to enjoy a dish that’s bound to impress. Whether you’re a seasoned lover of Korean food or just exploring new culinary horizons, this oven-baked pork belly is a straightforward and delicious way to enjoy a classic. Let’s get started and make your kitchen smell amazing!

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Chef’s Notes – Oven Baked Korean Pork Belly

Marinade Tip: Scoring the pork belly skin before marinating enhances flavor absorption.
Serving Tip: Pair with steamed rice and kimchi for an authentic Korean meal or a fresh salad for a lighter option.
Dinner Parties: Impress guests with this flavorful Korean dish at your next dinner gathering.
Weekend Brunches: Elevate your brunch menu with this succulent oven-roasted pork belly.

Additional Notes

This Korean-Style Oven Roasted Pork Belly offers a delightful twist on traditional grilled pork belly, bringing the flavors of Korea to your table.
The dish features a succulent pork belly marinated in a blend of soy sauce, mirin, and spices, creating a tender and flavorful result.
To enhance the dish, you can add sliced onions or garlic cloves to the baking sheet for added depth of flavor.
Serve this dish with steamed rice and kimchi for an authentic Korean experience or alongside a fresh salad for a lighter meal option.
Leftovers can be enjoyed in sandwiches, tacos, or salads, allowing you to savor the delicious flavors in different ways.

Korean-Style Oven Roasted Pork Belly

Recipe by Kimmy

Course: Main CourseCuisine: KoreanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

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Prep time

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Cooking time

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Calories

780

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Resting Time

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Total time

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Dive into the succulent world of Korean cuisine with our Korean-Style Oven Roasted Pork Belly! This dish brings the beloved flavors of Korea right into your kitchen, offering a simple yet delicious alternative to the traditional grilled pork belly. Perfect for those who prefer to avoid the smoke of grilling, this oven-baked method delivers tender, flavorful pork with a delightful marinade that’s sure to impress at any gathering.

Ingredients

Marinade Mix
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tsp powdered garlic
2 tsp powdered ginger
2 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
Meat
2 pounds pork belly skin removed and cut into large pieces
Alternative Ingredients
Tamari or coconut aminos for soy sauce soy-free alternative
Honey or maple syrup for brown sugar natural sweeteners
Fresh garlic minced or garlic flakes for garlic powder fresh alternative
Fresh ginger grated for ginger powder fresh alternative

Directions

Marinade Preparation – Combine soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, garlic powder, ginger powder, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Pork Marination – Place the pork belly pieces in a large sealable bag or container. Pour the marinade over the pork ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Seal and refrigerate to marinate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
Baking Process – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the pork from the marinade and place it on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for about 40 minutes or until the pork is tender and the edges are slightly crispy.