Okjubu's Perilla Sprout Pork Belly Salad
A hearty salad featuring fragrant spring perilla sprouts and savory pork belly, tossed in a tangy-sweet universal soy sauce in a perfect 1:1:1 ratio.
🙋 Recommended for
- ⭐ Those seeking a balanced meal that combines fragrant seasonal greens with meat
- ⭐ People who want an easy-to-make, fail-proof salad dressing ratio that anyone can master at home
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Ingredients needed 🛒2 servings
- pork belly 300g
- perilla sprouts 1 handful
- onion 1/2
- soy sauce 2 tablespoons
- vinegar 2 tablespoons
- sugar 2 tablespoons
- sesame seeds a little
Recipe 🍳
- Pan-sear the pork belly over medium-high heat until golden and crispy.
- Slice the onion thinly, trim tough stems from the perilla sprouts, then cut into bite-sized pieces. Wash thoroughly and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar in a 1:1:1 ratio. Stir well to make the dressing, then add crushed sesame seeds for extra richness.
- Evenly lay the prepared perilla sprouts and sliced onions on a serving plate.
- Place the seared pork belly generously on top of the vegetables, then evenly drizzle with the universal soy sauce dressing to finish.
- Pan-sear the pork belly until golden.
- Slice the onion and cut the perilla sprouts into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar in a 1:1:1 ratio, crush sesame seeds, and add to the dressing.
- Layer the vegetables and pork belly on the plate, then drizzle with the dressing to complete.
Cooking tips 💡
- You can substitute pork belly with brisket or thinly sliced boneless pork shoulder for equally delicious results.
- Crush the sesame seeds lightly between your fingers before adding them—this intensifies their nutty aroma.
- Wrap the perilla sprouts and onion around the pork belly and eat them together for a satisfying crunch and aromatic burst in every bite.





