Pyeonyuk || Cold Pork Slices, 白切肉, 白切肉, 薄切りゆで肉, 편육 2

Pyeonyuk is a traditional Korean dish consisting of thinly sliced boiled meat, often pork or beef. It’s a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger meal.

Key to a Good Pyeonyuk:

• Quality of Meat: Choose high-quality cuts of meat, like pork belly or beef brisket.
• Boiling Technique: The meat should be boiled slowly and gently to maintain its tenderness and flavor.
• Slicing: The meat should be sliced thinly and evenly.

How to Make Pyeonyuk:

1. Boil the Meat: Boil the meat in a pot of water with aromatics like garlic, ginger, and green onions.
2. Cool and Press: Once the meat is cooked, let it cool completely. Then, press it to remove excess moisture and shape it.
3. Slice: Slice the cooled meat thinly.

Serving Suggestions:

• As a Main Dish: Serve with steamed rice, kimchi, and other side dishes.
• In a Wrap: Wrap the sliced meat in lettuce leaves with kimchi and other vegetables.
• In a Noodle Soup: Add the sliced meat to a bowl of noodle soup for a hearty and flavorful meal.

Tips:

• Seasoning: You can marinate the meat before boiling to add flavor.
• Dipping Sauce: A simple dipping sauce made with soy sauce, vinegar, and red pepper flakes can enhance the flavor of the meat.
• Storage: Store leftover pyeonyuk in an airtight container in the refrigerator.