During my visit to a renowned shop in Busan near Haundae Beach last May, I had the chance to try the traditional Korean Pork Rice Soup, Dwaeji Gukbap. Finding it rarely offered in local Korean restaurants, I was inspired to recreate this comforting dish with some personal twists based on the flavors I remembered. Here’s my customized version, which you can adjust to suit your own taste preferences. Enjoy creating and sharing this delicious meal with your family!

Dwaeji Gukbap Recipe (Korean Pork Rice Soup)

Ingredients:
2 lbs of pork belly
1 inch piece of ginger, sliced
34 green onions, chopped
2 teaspoons of salt
1 small piece of rock sugar (to enhance flavor)
34 cloves of garlic, minced (optional)
45 black peppercorns (optional)
1 tablespoon of baby shrimp sauce (optional; adds a unique umami flavor)
1 cup of kimchi, chopped (optional; for a spicy kick)
1 cup of chives, chopped (optional; for added freshness)

Dwaeji Gukbap is normally served with a bowl of rice and a small plate of rice noodles on the side, along with pickled side dishes for a complete meal. However, you can opt out and just have rice or noodles alone if you prefer. It is all up to you how you like to enjoy it.

With this recipe, you can bring a taste of Busan into your home and enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of Dwaeji Gukbap any day. Happy cooking!