Ingredients
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For the Pork Belly:
- 2 garlic cloves, grated or pressed
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon gochujang chili paste
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 lb boneless pork belly, cut into 1-inch slices
For the Soup:
- The marinated pork belly
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 tablespoon gochujang chili paste
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 (15-oz) can of full-fat coconut milk
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 16 oz fresh udon noodles (you also can use dried or sub with another long noodle)
For Serving:
- Kimchi
- Poached eggs
- Fresh cilantro
- Scallions
- Lime wedges
Instructions
For the Pork Belly:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the garlic, ginger, chili paste, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
- Add the diced pork belly and stir to coat. Marinate at room temperature for a minimum of 20 minutes or up to an hour.
For the Soup:
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add the pork belly and its marinade.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until the marinade turns into a glaze and the pork is crispy. Remove the pork with slotted spoon and set aside.
- To the same pot, add the onion, chili paste, honey, and a small pinch of salt. Cook for another few minutes and then stream in the chicken broth.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Stir in the coconut milk and lime juice. Cook for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. If you like things extra spicy, add another spoonful of chili paste to the pot.
- Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil. Poach your eggs to desired doneness. Do not drain the boiling water.
- To the same water, add the udon noodles and cook for about 1 minute (or according to the package directions). Drain the noodles well and rinse them under cool water.
To Serve:
- Fill each bowl with the udon noodles and then top with some of the crisped pork belly. Ladle the broth over top.
- Garnish each bowl with some kimchi, the poached eggs, fresh herbs, and a spritz of fresh lime juice. If a spicier soup is preferred, feel free to add in some of the gochujang chili paste as a garnish. Serve immediately.