Spicy Pork Belly Bites with Gochujang Glaze

These tender Spicy Pork Belly Bites with Gochujang Glaze are coated in a sticky, spicy-sweet glaze made with gochujang, honey, and ginger, then finished with a crisp, refreshing topping of radish and spring onion. A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds adds the perfect nutty crunch..

Ingredients

For the Pork & Glaze:

• HK Foods Pork belly (skin off), cut into bite-sized cubes

• 2 tablespoons gochujang paste

• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar

• 1 tablespoon honey

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  

For the Topping:

• 2–3 radishes, thinly sliced

• 2 spring onions, finely sliced

• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  

Method

1. Cook the Pork Belly

• In a hot skillet or pan, sear the pork belly cubes until golden and crispy on all sides. This should take about 10–12 minutes.

• Remove excess fat from the pan if needed, but leave a little for flavour.
  

2. Make the Gochujang Glaze

• In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, rice wine vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and ginger.

• Pour the glaze over the pork belly in the pan and toss to coat.

• Let it simmer for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the pork.
  

3. Finish and Serve

• Transfer the glazed pork belly bites to a serving plate.

• Top with sliced radish, spring onion, and a generous sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
  

Tips & Serving Ideas

• Serve with steamed rice or lettuce cups for a light meal.

• Add a squeeze of lime for a zesty contrast.

• For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes or a drizzle of chili oil.