Modern Bossam (Braised & Boiled Pork W Lettuce Wraps)

• 1 kilogram pork tenderloin pork belly is perfectly fine too
• 4 garlic cloves whole
• 1 onion halved
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 tablespoon ground pepper or peppercorn
• 3 green onions cut into 3-inch pieces
• 2 red chili peppers or green, cubed
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 apple quartered, optional but recommended
• 1 teaspoon ginger whole, optional but recommended
• 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper for pre-rub

1. Rub salt and pepper onto the pork tenderloin pieces. Substituting with other seasonings acceptable.
2. On a non-stick frying pan or Dutch oven, sear the pork tenderloin pieces until slightly charred. Due to the low fat content, using a small amount of oil or butter is recommended. Once braised, add
3. enough water to cover the pork pieces and include all ingredients on the list.
4. Bring the pot to a rapid boil and then let simmer on medium heat for approximately 45~60 minutes. Replenish water as needed to keep the pork covered.
5. Remove the pork to a cutting board and let cool for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, either strain the brine with a washcloth or use a strainer to remove cooked vegetables and fatty deposits.
6. For a sauce component, boil the remaining liquid and add a mixture of 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water. Stir in slowly to prevent clumping. Set aside.
7. Thinly slice the meat according to preference and plate.
8. Serve hot with bossam kimchi, salted cabbage, lettuce wraps, namul banchan, etc.

kilogram pork tenderloin, garlic, onion, soy sauce, ground pepper, green onions, red chili peppers, brown sugar, apple, ginger, salt

Taken from www.yummly.com/recipe/MODERN-BOSSAM-_BRAISED-_-BOILED-PORK-W-LETTUCE-WRAPS_-1662209 (may not work)