Spicy Pork Stew

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1. 1
   Crush 7 garlic cloves and prepare 1 teaspoon of minced ginger.
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2. 2
   In a bowl, mix together 1/4 cup gochujang, 1 tablespoon gochu-garu, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to create a spicy paste.
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3. 3
   Cut 4 ounces of potato into chunks and cut onions into chunks as well.
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4. 4
   Cut 1 pound of pork belly into bite-sized pieces, keeping the rind intact as it adds flavor.
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5. 5
   Combine the pork, potato, onion, and prepared garlic-ginger with the spicy paste. Mix well by hand and let marinate for 10 minutes to allow all flavors to meld together.
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6. 6
   Add 3.5 cups of water to the pot along with 1 tablespoon of fish sauce and 1 teaspoon of salt, then stir well.
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7. 7
   Heat on medium-high and simmer for about 25 minutes until the pork and vegetables are fully cooked and tender.
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8. 8
   After 25 minutes, add 8 ounces of tofu, 3 green onions, and 1 green chili pepper to the stew.
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9. 9
   Cover the pot and continue cooking for another 5 minutes to allow the tofu and vegetables to absorb the flavors.
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10. 10
    Ladle the stew into individual bowls and serve hot with steamed rice on the side.
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