Korean BBQ Pork Belly

Korean BBQ Pork Belly is a deliciously rich and savory dish, perfect for those following a Keto diet. The tender pork belly is infused with a flavorful marinade that caramelizes beautifully when grilled or pan-fried.

Ingredients

• Pork belly - 400 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Erythritol (or another keto-friendly sweetener) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Lettuce leaves - for wrapping

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, erythritol, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Cut the pork belly into thin slices (about 1 cm thick) and add them to the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. You can add a little oil if needed.
4. Place the marinated pork belly slices on the grill or skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are crispy and browned.
5. Once cooked, remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
6. Serve the pork belly slices wrapped in lettuce leaves for a fresh, crunchy bite.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats that can help keep you satiated on a Keto diet.

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