TikTok Viral Braised Pork Belly with Yakult Recipe

If you’ve been scrolling through TikTok lately, chances are you’ve come across this surprisingly addictive dish Braised Pork Belly with Yakult. Yes, Yakult. The iconic probiotic drink might seem like an unusual ingredient for a savory dish, but it brings a subtle sweetness and tang that balances beautifully with the richness of pork belly and the saltiness of soy sauce.

This recipe is incredibly simple, uses minimal ingredients, and delivers deep, comforting flavors with very little effort. Perfect for a quick home-cooked meal for 1–2 people.

@cupfuldays TikTok Viral Braised Pork Belly with Yakult Recipe

Why This Recipe Works

The magic of this dish lies in its contrast of flavors:

• Yakult adds gentle sweetness and a slight fermented tang

• Soy sauce brings umami depth and saltiness

• Pork belly provides rich, melt-in-your-mouth texture

• Garlic and leek round everything out with aromatic warmth

The result? A glossy, flavorful braise that pairs perfectly with a bowl of hot rice.

@cupfuldays TikTok Viral Braised Pork Belly with Yakult Recipe

Recipe Card

TikTok Viral Braised Pork Belly with Yakult

Serves: 1–2 pax

Ingredients

• 1 packet sliced pork belly chunks

• 2 bottles Yakult (original)

• 1/2 Yakult bottle light soy sauce (use empty Yakult bottle as a measurement, reduce to 1/3 if prefer less salty)

• 1 Yakult bottle plain water (use empty Yakult bottle as measurement)

• Ready cooked quail eggs (quantity as desired)

• 6-7 cloves garlic (whole and peeled)

• Leafy part of leek / Chinese scallions

Instructions

@cupfuldays TikTok Viral Braised Pork Belly with Yakult Recipe

1. Pan Fry the Pork Belly

   Heat a pan over medium heat and add the pork belly chunks. Pan-fry until lightly golden brown on the outside. No need to fully cook through at this stage.

1. Add the Braising Liquids

   Pour in:

   • 2 bottles of Yakult

   • 1/2 OR 1/4 bottle light soy sauce (using the Yakult bottle)

   • 1 bottle of plain water (using the Yakult bottle)

     
     

2. Bring to a Boil

   Turn up the heat and bring everything to a gentle boil.

   
   
   
   

3. Add Remaining Ingredients

   Add in:

   • Quail eggs

   • Garlic cloves

   • Leek or scallions

     
     

     

     @cupfuldays TikTok Viral Braised Pork Belly with Yakult Recipe

     
     

4. Simmer

   Cover with a lid and let it simmer at low heat for 20–30 minutes, until the pork is tender and the sauce has slightly thickened.

   
   

5. Serve

   Serve hot over steamed rice. Spoon extra sauce over for maximum flavor.

@cupfuldays TikTok Viral Braised Pork Belly with Yakult Recipe

Tips & Variations

• Caramelization Boost: Let the pork belly sear undisturbed for better browning before flipping.

• Extra Depth: Add a splash of dark soy sauce for richer color.

• Egg Swap: If you don’t have quail eggs, regular boiled eggs work just as well.