Sweet and Sticky Asian-Style Beef Belly
Experience the mouthwatering delight of our Sweet and Sticky Asian-Style Beef Belly Recipe. This dish features tender beef belly coated in a rich, luscious glaze made from soy sauce, honey, and garlic. Slow-cooked to perfection, each bite bursts with bold flavors that will impress your family and guests alike. Whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables. Plus, it makes for excellent leftovers that taste even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef belly
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and optional chili flakes in a bowl until well combined.
- Marinate the beef belly in a resealable bag or shallow dish for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Cook the marinated beef belly in a slow cooker on low heat for about 3 hours until tender.
- Slice the beef and serve on a platter with remaining glaze drizzled on top. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg