Herb Samgyupsal (Korean Grilled Pork Belly)

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork belly
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and rice wine vinegar.
2. Place the pork belly into a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
3. Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat.
4. Remove the pork belly from the marinade and discard the marinade. Place the pork belly onto the preheated grill and cook for about 10 minutes, turning once. The pork should be golden brown and cooked through.
5. Remove the pork from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
6. To serve, sprinkle the fresh herbs onto the pork belly and season with freshly ground black pepper.

Interesting Facts

• Samgyupsal is a traditional Korean dish that is usually served with kimchi.
• The pork belly is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and rice wine vinegar for added flavor.
• Fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, and basil are used to add a bright and fresh flavor to the dish.
• This dish is best served with steamed rice and kimchi.