Looking for an easy yet flavorful way to enjoy pork belly?
Cola Suyuk is a surprisingly simple Korean-style boiled pork dish made with cola and soy sauce instead of the usual spices. The sweetness of cola tenderizes the meat while adding a rich, savory glaze — making it soft, juicy, and slightly caramelized without any complicated prep.
This version uses CJ Prime’s Pork Belly (Skin-On), perfect for those who love melt-in-your-mouth texture and deep flavor.
Ingredients
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CJ Prime Pork Belly (Skin-On) – 5lb (≈2.3kg)
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Cola — about 2.3 L (same amount as the meat weight)
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Soy sauce — about 750 ml (cola : soy sauce = 3 : 1 ratio)
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Whole garlic cloves — 10 to 15
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Onion — 2 large
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Whole black peppercorns — 15 to 20
Instructions
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Combine everything in a pot.
Place the pork belly, cola, soy sauce, onion, garlic, and black pepper in a deep pot.
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Boil, then simmer.
Bring to a boil over high heat for 15 minutes.
Reduce to medium and simmer for about 40 minutes. -
Rest and slice.
Turn off the heat, cover, and let it rest for 20 minutes.
Slice into bite-sized pieces and serve warm.
Tips
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The fat layer of pork belly becomes deliciously tender and flavorful.
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Adjust soy sauce if you prefer a lighter taste.
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Serve with ssamjang, salted shrimp, or fresh garlic and chili for a traditional Korean pairing.
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Enjoy it hot or chilled — when cold, the texture becomes pleasantly chewy!
