Step 1

In a pot, bring water and all the brine ingredients to a boil over medium high heat, and continue to boil for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add the pork belly, bring it to a boil. and boil for about 5 minutes, uncovered. Reduce the heat to medium, and cook, covered, until the meat is very tender, 45 to 50 minutes. Cut a small slice and try if tender at 40 minute point before cooking longer. Turn the heat off, and cool the meat in the cooking liquid. This will keep the meat moist.

Step 3

Thinly slice the meat and serve with the salted cabbage (or lettuce), saewujeot, and musaengchae.