Creamy Pork Belly & Boiled Egg Rice Bowl: A 7-Day Budget Meal Plan

Craving a comforting, flavourful, and budget-friendly meal? Look no further than this Creamy Pork Belly & Boiled Egg Rice Bowl! This recipe delivers a perfect balance of rich, tender pork belly, creamy textures, and the satisfying simplicity of a perfectly cooked egg, all served atop fluffy rice. It’s a complete meal in one bowl, perfect for busy weeknights or a satisfying weekend lunch. The best part? This dish is surprisingly easy to make and incredibly adaptable to your preferred spice levels and available ingredients.

Forget expensive takeout – this recipe is designed to stretch your budget without sacrificing flavour. We’ll show you how to maximize the deliciousness of affordable ingredients, creating a truly satisfying and delicious meal that won’t break the bank. Ready to learn how to create this amazing dish? Let's dive into the step-by-step instructions.

Tools Needed

Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1. Prepare Ingredients & Cook Pork Belly

  • Check the fridge and freezer for existing ingredients (frozen rice and miso balls).
  • Peel and thinly slice ginger. Cut pork belly into large pieces.
  • Place pork belly, ginger, and green parts of spring onions in the rice cooker. Add water and sake. Start cooking.
  • Remove cooked pork belly, remove excess oil, and refrigerate for later use.
Check the fridge and freezer for existing ingredients (frozen rice and miso balls).Peel and thinly slice ginger. Cut pork belly into large pieces.Place pork belly, ginger, and green parts of spring onions in the rice cooker. Add water and sake. Start cooking.Remove cooked pork belly, remove excess oil, and refrigerate for later use.
Prepare Ingredients & Cook Pork Belly

Step 2. Prepare Boiled Eggs & Sauce

  • Make boiled eggs using a boiled egg machine (instructions in description).
  • Add boiled egg, sugar, soy sauce, and Austerlitre sauce to the cooked pork belly. Cook again.
Make boiled eggs using a boiled egg machine (instructions in description).Add boiled egg, sugar, soy sauce, and Austerlitre sauce to the cooked pork belly. Cook again.
Prepare Boiled Eggs & Sauce

Step 3. Assemble the Rice Bowl

  • Serve the pork belly and boiled egg over rice with miso soup (using miso balls).
Serve the pork belly and boiled egg over rice with miso soup (using miso balls).
Assemble the Rice Bowl

Read more: Ochazuke Recipe: Easy Japanese Green Tea Rice Bowl

Tips

  • Use Ryuji's recipe (mentioned in the transcript) for reference.
  • This recipe is creamy and delicious, and can be largely unattended while cooking.

Nutrition

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FAQs

1. Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes! The pork belly can be cooked a day or two in advance and reheated. The rice and eggs are best cooked fresh, but can be prepared separately and assembled just before serving.

2. What can I substitute for the pork belly?

While pork belly provides the best richness, you can substitute with other fatty cuts of meat like pork shoulder or even chicken thighs. Adjust cooking times accordingly.


This Creamy Pork Belly & Boiled Egg Rice Bowl recipe offers a delicious and affordable solution for satisfying meals all week long. Its versatility allows for easy customization to your taste and dietary needs, making it a true kitchen staple. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful dish, and discover a new favorite budget-friendly meal!