Miso Glazed Pork Belly

Miso Glazed Pork Belly

Description

This Japanese-inspired miso glazed pork belly recipe creates tender, flavourful skewers with a perfect balance of sweet, savoury, and umami. The miso marinade caramelises beautifully on the grill, creating a delicious glaze.

Preparation Time

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Marinating Time: 4-12 hours
  • Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Total Time: 5-13 hours

Ingredients

For the Pork

  • 1kg pork belly, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Wooden skewers, for grilling
  • Green onions, finely chopped for garnish

For the Marinade

  • 4 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons mirin (sweet rice wine)
  • 2 tablespoons sake
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together miso paste, mirin, sake, soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic until well combined.
  2. Cut the pork belly into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
  3. Place pork belly pieces in a container and pour the marinade over them. Massage the marinade into the meat, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
  5. 30 minutes before cooking, soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning.
  6. Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat (around 190°C).
  7. Thread marinated pork belly pieces onto the soaked skewers, leaving small spaces between each piece for even cooking.
  8. Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the pork is cooked through and nicely caramelised. Watch carefully as the sugar in the marinade can burn quickly.
  9. Baste with reserved marinade during grilling for extra flavor.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  11. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with steamed rice
  • Pair with grilled or steamed vegetables
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and additional chopped green onions
  • Serve with extra dipping sauce on the side if desired

Storage

Leftover cooked pork belly can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or under the grill until warmed through.

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