Comfort Food Recipes with pork belly slices
Cozy up with these comforting pork belly slices recipes — simple dishes that warm the heart.
Recipes with pork belly slices
Full of aromatic green onion and savoury sauces, this pork belly is seared until lightly charred and sizzling, then gently coated in a glossy soy–oyster mix for a rich, fragrant finish with a soft bite of scallion throughout. This dish is full of aromatic flavours of green onion, together with crispy pork belly.
Enticing satay skewers combine layers of tender chicken and rich slices of pork belly, both coated in a fragrant satay marinade. Each bite savours the harmony of golden-crusted grilled meat and rich peanut sauce, blended with the natural sweetness of coconut sugar, tantalizing spices, and a deep soy flavor—creating a dish brimming with traditional warmth and authentic flavor.
Braised winter melon with pork belly and tofu is a delicious home-cooked dish. The golden fried gammon steak (probably pork belly) is stewed with winter melon, tofu, mushrooms and other ingredients, and seasoned with garlic, shallots, scallions, ginger slices, etc. Finally, it is seasoned with oyster sauce, dark soy sauce and sugar, stewed until the flavors are absorbed, and thickened with cornstarch water. It has a rich taste and delicious flavor.
A classic hearty dish from Sichuan and Chongqing's traditional outdoor banquets, "Jia Sha Rou" (stuffed pork belly with red bean paste) is a must-have for the New Year's Eve dinner table! Slices of fatty, tender pork belly are wrapped around smooth red bean paste, steamed with brown sugar and glutinous rice until soft and flavorful. It's sweet, rich, and not greasy at all, and the pork skin soaks up the broth, becoming incredibly tender and chewy. Its sweet taste is suitable for all ages, and it's always in high demand. A perfect dish for entertaining guests, whether at a traditional outdoor banquet or New Year's Eve dinner, it instantly adds a festive atmosphere to the table.
Smoky, lightly charred pork belly is tossed with soft onion and sliced garlic, then coated in a glossy, sweet-and-spicy gochujang sauce with soy sauce, fish sauce, cooking wine, and honey—perfect with a bowl of rice. Jeyuk Bokkeum is an easy Korean stir fry dish, with sweet and spicy gochujang.
This stir-fried pork belly with pickled chili peppers looks incredibly appetizing! The golden, crispy pork belly is coated in fragrant, orange-red pickled chili peppers, and topped with vibrant green garlic sprouts and red and green peppers. The bright and festive colors are incredibly appealing. The rich, fatty pork belly and the tangy, spicy pickled chili peppers blend perfectly. One bite is fragrant but not greasy, spicy yet slightly sweet—it's so delicious you won't be able to stop eating! Plus, with both meat and vegetables, the nutritional balance is just right, making it a perfect dish to eat with rice.
This Hunan-style steamed preserved fish with pork belly is a staple on Hunanese tables; Hunanese people love this! The preserved fish is incredibly fragrant, and the oil from the pork belly seeps into the fish, every strand soaking up the sauce. The umami of the fermented black beans and the subtle spiciness of the chili peppers intertwine, creating a refreshing and delicious flavor that tantalizes the taste buds. The broth at the bottom is the soul of the dish; mixed with rice, it's savory, rich, and slightly spicy—I could easily down three bowls! The recipe is also incredibly simple and quick, ready in just a few steps. It's a perfect home-style dish to enjoy with rice, and this spicy and flavorful dish is indispensable on any Hunanese dinner table!
Soak the velvet mushrooms and tear them into thin strips. Cut the pork belly into thin slices and fry until the oil comes out. Heat the oil and sauté the minced garlic. Add the velvet mushrooms and stir-fry until fragrant. Add the pork slices and fry together. Drizzle with soy sauce and sprinkle with chopped green onions. The mushroom meat is tender and fresh, the pork slices are fragrant but not greasy, and the sauce is wrapped with the freshness of the mushrooms. It is simple, quick and goes well with rice.
Today's Rice King: Stir-fried Carrots with Pork Belly! The steamed carrots are soft, tender, and incredibly sweet, paired with crispy pork belly—you'll never get enough rice! This is a favorite dish among Sichuan and Chongqing locals, a common sight on every family's table—a truly down-to-earth, quick, and satisfying meal with incredibly high popularity. This dish smells amazing as soon as it's served. Thick slices of carrot are steamed first, then coated in a glistening red chili oil sauce, making them incredibly tempting. The steaming process locks in the carrot's sweet juices, which burst in your mouth with the savory sauce. The rendered fat from the pork belly seeps into the carrot, its sweetness balancing the richness of the meat and adding a touch of savory flavor. The pork belly is pan-fried until crispy and fragrant, the fat glistening but not greasy, the lean meat soaked in the sauce yet tender. A bite of carrot followed by a bite of meat—the fresh aroma fills your nose, sweet and delicious, a true rice killer!
Sichuan cured pork belly—that's a longing etched into the DNA of every Sichuanese. In previous years, we'd eat cured pork belly made from pigs raised by our neighbors back home. Those pigs were raised for over a year, so they were incredibly fatty; the fat slices alone were as wide as a hand, making it quite a hefty meal. This year, I decided to make it myself—a down-to-earth, family-style version. I specifically chose leaner cuts of pork, finally achieving "cured pork belly freedom"! Look at this! The layers of fat are distinct, golden and translucent, glistening with oil—it makes my mouth water just looking at it. Unlike the dark, charred kind from smoking back home, this is clean and easy to wash. A close sniff reveals a subtle cypress aroma mixed with the numbing fragrance of Sichuan peppercorns. Steaming it releases a rich, smoky flavor that fills the room. The fatty parts are tender and not greasy, while the lean parts are firm and chewy—every bite is the taste of home.