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“Delicious Korean Breakfast Platter: Baecksuk, Kimchi Jjigae, Rice Cakes & More”

Discover this delectable and authentic Korean breakfast platter recipe that features mouthwatering dishes like spicy baecksuk, kimchi jjigae, and rice cakes. This intermediate-level recipe is perfect for a standard diet and serves 6. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these flavorful, nutritious dishes that will transport you straight to Korea!

πŸ•’ (Prep, Cook, Total): 30 min (prep), 1 hour (cook), 1 hr 30 mins (total)
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Korean

Allergens

Soy

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork belly, thinly sliced 1 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup rice wine 6 cloves garlic, minced 3 green onions, chopped 1/2 cup kimchi, plus more for serving 1 cup korean rice cakes, steamed 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted 1 tbsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)

Instructions

  1. In a large pan over medium heat, combine pork belly, soy sauce, sugar, rice wine, garlic, and half of the green onions. Cook for 20 25 minutes until pork is tender. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes. In another pot, bring water to a boil and cook rice cakes according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a separate pan, fry kimchi with gochugaru until fragrant.

Chef’s Insight

To achieve the perfect mouthfeel, balance flavors by adjusting the ratio of sweetness, spiciness, and saltiness to your taste preference

Notes

Serve with hot green tea for a truly authentic Korean breakfast experience

Cultural or Historical Background

Baecksuk is a traditional Korean breakfast dish that originated during the Joseon Dynasty; rice cakes have been enjoyed for centuries in Korea