Sesame Soy Pork Belly with Udon Noodles and Pak Choi

This dish features tender pork belly marinated in a savory-sweet sesame soy sauce, served over udon noodles and sautéed pak choi. The addition of ginger, honey, and a hint of chili adds a delightful balance of flavors, while fresh coriander and crunchy beansprouts provide texture and freshness. It's a satisfying and appealing meal that showcases the harmony of traditional Asian flavors with a modern twist.

Ingredients:

• 500g pork belly, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 200g udon noodles
• 2 cups pak choi, chopped
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon mirin
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 1 small chili, sliced
• 1/4 cup coriander, chopped
• 1/2 cup beansprouts
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, mirin, honey, ginger, and sliced chili to create the marinade.
2. Add the pork belly pieces to the marinade and let them sit for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for more flavor).
3. Cook the udon noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
4. In a large skillet or wok, heat a bit of oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork belly and cook until crispy and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
5. Add the chopped pak choi to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until just wilted.
6. Add the cooked udon noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
7. Serve the pork belly and noodle mixture in bowls, topped with fresh beansprouts, chopped coriander, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
8. Enjoy your flavorful and satisfying meal!