Slow-Cooked Korean Tacos

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 1
Slow-Cooked Korean Tacos for a flavorful fusion cuisine
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

5 hours

Ready In

5.5 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 pounds whole pork belly
2 cups water
1 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 cloves clove garlic , chopped
1 piece fresh ginger , sliced
14 fluid ounces Hawaiian barbeque sauce
2 packages 6-inch corn tortillas , or as needed
2 red bell peppers , sliced , or more to taste
1 cup sliced radishes , or to taste
1/2 jar pickled onions , or to taste
1 bunch cilantro , chopped , or to taste
2 tablespoons sriracha sauce , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
484
Sugar
19g
Fat
24g
Slow-Cooked Korean Tacos are a delicious fusion of Korean and Mexican cuisines. The tender and juicy slow-cooked pork belly is seasoned with a flavorful marinade and sweet Hawaiian barbeque sauce, making it perfect for tacos. Served with a mix of crunchy fresh vegetables and topped with a spicy sriracha sauce, this dish is full of bold flavors and perfect for a casual dinner with friends. With their unique combination of sweet and savory, these Korean tacos are sure to become a new go-to recipe for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Mix water, salt, white sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in a large bowl until salt and sugar dissolve.
2.Place pork belly into the bowl, making sure it is fully submerged in the water mixture.
3.Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.
4.Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
5.Remove the pork belly from the water mixture and discard any excess marinade.
6.Roast the pork belly in the preheated oven for 4 hours.
7.Baste the pork belly with Hawaiian barbeque sauce and continue cooking for another hour.
8.Shred the pork belly and mix with the remaining barbeque sauce.
9.Warm the tortillas on a hot skillet.
10.Serve shredded pork in warm tortillas, topped with red bell peppers, sliced radishes, pickled onions, cilantro, and sriracha sauce.

PROS

These Korean tacos are bursting with flavor and a perfect combination of sweet and savory.

Great for a casual and fun dinner with friends and family.

CONS

The pork belly used in this recipe is high in fat and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

This recipe requires advance preparation and a long cooking time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork belly is an excellent source of protein and contains a significant amount of vitamins and minerals, specifically vitamin B-12, vitamin B-6, and iron.
Red bell peppers are an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium.
Radishes are low in calories and a good source of vitamin C, folate, and potassium.
Cilantro is rich in antioxidants and has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties.

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