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Korean Style Pan-fried Pork Belly

written by Emma Tang

Korean style pan-fried pork belly recipeToday I want to share the recipe for a delicious Korean Style Pan-fried Pork Belly with you. Not only does it taste amazing but also is super easy to make!

One of the most important seasonings we will be needing to make this dish is the Korean hot pepper paste. You could easily find it at most Asian grocery store or on Amazon. 

You don’t have to get the same brand I am using. There are a lot of different brands that are making the hot pepper paste, they taste about the same.

Korean chili sauce

To start, I cut the pork belly into thin slices. Then I marinate the pork with half teaspoon of minced garlic, ginger; one tablespoon of Korean hot pepper paste, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds.

Korean style pan-fried pork belly marinateAfter about 20 minutes, the pork belly slices are ready to be cooked.

Korean style pan-fried pork belly-4I placed the pork belly evenly onto a non-stick pan and pan-fried them for about 4-5 minutes each side until they have been cooked through.

Pan fry Korean style pan-fried pork bellyTop with a handful of my favorite garnish- the fresh cilantro, now this easy and tasty Korean-style pan-fried pork belly is ready to be served!

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Below is a step-by- step demonstration of how I made this dish with pictures.

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Korean Style Pan-fried Pork Belly
 
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Prep time
30 mins
Cook time
10 mins
Total time
40 mins
 
Author: Spice the Plate
Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • ½ pound pork belly (with or without skin)
  • cilantro for topping (optional)
  • For marinating the pork belly:
  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 tablespoon Korean hot pepper paste
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon toasted white sesame seeds
Instructions
  1. Marinate the pork belly with garlic, ginger, Korean hot pepper paste, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil and sesame seeds for about 20 minutes.
  2. Turn to medium-low heat, and place the pork belly slices onto a non-stick pan.
  3. Pan fry for about 4-5 minutes each side.
  4. Top with cilantro to serve.
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88 comments

Melissa September 23, 2015 - 5:56 pm

I had been searching for a pork belly recipe that didn’t require days to marinate. This is it! Thanks for sharing. I followed it exactly and they were so delicious.

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Anonymous April 5, 2020 - 3:55 pm

Best ever fried pork belly recipe ever! 5 stars thank you!

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phoebe June 5, 2020 - 12:20 am

i was searching for new recipes as lockdown means limited of food choice….. and i came across this recipe and omg its so good

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Stephen March 22, 2021 - 1:38 pm

How spicy is this recipe? 0 to 10 being the spiciest. Thanks.

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Han Tang September 23, 2015 - 7:05 pm

Hi Melissa,

I am so happy to hear that ! That’s why I created Spice the Plate. To share simple and tasty Chinese and Asian recipes with people. Thanks so much for your support. 🙂

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Alice November 12, 2020 - 10:13 am

I cannont wait to make this on College Football Saturday. Thank you!!!

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Mira November 4, 2015 - 7:59 am

I was looking about how to pan sear some pork belly and I stumble upon your recipe here. I’ll be trying it for sure.. Good Luck

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Nancy Farrell December 17, 2015 - 2:49 pm

I just finished making this and it is delicious. I was at H Mart in Federal Way, WA and found Kurobuta pork belly and decided to buy it with no recipe in mind. I used my electric skillet, followed you instructions exactly and the resulting dish was outstanding. Thanks for sharing!

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Jim Lilach April 14, 2016 - 5:46 am

When I make my pork belly I thinly slice about 3 lbs, fry it with soy sauce, garlic, onion, seasame oil, hot pepper paste, Korean hot pepper flakes, jalapeno pepper, and after all done I serve it with river on lettuce leaves.

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Han Tang April 26, 2016 - 8:50 pm

Hi Jim, that sounds great as well, thanks for sharing!

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Shelly July 12, 2021 - 6:07 pm

So easy and delicious!!!

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Elaine September 10, 2016 - 8:51 am

It was great. Thanks for sharing. My husband loved it and gave me a 7 out of 10. That’s high by his standard

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Han Tang December 5, 2016 - 11:13 am

I am very glad you and your husband loved it!

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Judi November 6, 2016 - 11:20 am

I am unable to eat anything with nitrates and nitrites so we bought a pig and had it butchered This will help me in using all of the sliced pork belly and we love Korean food Thanks for posting

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Han Tang December 5, 2016 - 11:15 am

I love Korean food as well, glad you enjoyed this recipe!

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Lori COllins November 28, 2016 - 6:55 pm

Absolutely delicious! I served it over brown rice!

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Han Tang December 5, 2016 - 11:16 am

Thank you so much, brown rice works great as well.

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Star December 10, 2016 - 4:56 pm

I make this all the time now after spending a summer in Korea.I can’t find minced ginger anywhere, but it still tastes great. Thank you for the easy recipe 🙂

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Han Tang December 10, 2016 - 5:37 pm

You’re very welcome, I am so happy you like it 🙂

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Jen L. December 27, 2016 - 6:44 pm

Just buy a piece of Ginger and peel and mince it. Also, Trader Joe’s now has a tube of minced ginger available by the spices

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Lily January 15, 2021 - 1:51 pm

Just purchase fresh ginger, peel, slice, and chop finely, or freeze the fresh ginger and grate it. Much better flavour than anything in a jar.

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Lisa Casavant Welch July 31, 2021 - 1:14 pm

They have minced Ginger at Publix

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GOD January 22, 2017 - 5:28 am

Good recipe. Can make it ketogenic friendly by removing honey.

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MAN July 3, 2017 - 9:11 pm

Do mind the gochujang has some carbohydrates

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risardi January 15, 2021 - 6:17 am

I will replace it with chilli powder (gojugaru)

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S January 24, 2017 - 7:57 pm

This was delicious!

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kleo February 25, 2017 - 5:54 am

if I dunt have pepper paste. what should I put ?

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Han Tang March 1, 2017 - 8:33 pm

I highly recommend using the pepper paste, if it is hard to find in where you live, I will try substitute it with a mixture of paprika, cooking wine and sugar. Hope it helps!

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Katie February 10, 2021 - 6:35 pm

Sriracha!

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sara April 12, 2017 - 2:04 am

what can i serve this with?

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Han Tang April 12, 2017 - 7:16 am

Hi Sara,
You can serve the pork belly with brown/white rice with sauteed veggies or salad, or add it to your noodle dish. Hope is helpful!

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Hong April 14, 2017 - 11:01 pm

This is really good and dummy proof. Very tasty and easy dish. The hubby says its a keeper. Going to try it in the oven to reduce splatter though

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Han Tang April 15, 2017 - 1:17 am

Thanks, I am glad you liked it.

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Matt May 8, 2020 - 2:04 pm

Do yo think I could I marinate it over night ?

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Emma Tang March 10, 2021 - 3:23 pm

I think so!

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Kate Lim October 12, 2017 - 12:22 am

Hi Han! is it possible to stir fry this together with my veggies? So that my veggies also taste the same? really want to try it as it really looks delicious!!! thanks in advance!

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Han Tang October 12, 2017 - 10:13 am

Hi Kate,

Feel free to add veggies in there, they should taste similar although a bit spicy. If you like spicy food, it shouldn’t be a problem. I would add veggies such as onion, carrot or broccoli instead of leafy greens to avoid the dish becoming watery. Hope it helps and happy cooking!

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Mirella Edwards December 11, 2017 - 3:49 pm

I can’t believe my eyes. I did it myself and without any assistance. Your recipe worked really well for me. Its juicy and super tender. Keep inspiring us Han!

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Han Tang December 11, 2017 - 4:45 pm

Thank you, I am glad you like it!

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Michelle Ng December 12, 2017 - 1:06 pm

Wow!! Another awesome addition by Han for pork lovers. She knows very well how to satisfy taste buds.

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Han Tang December 12, 2017 - 1:24 pm

Thank you, Michelle! I am really glad you liked it 🙂

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Amit Advani January 19, 2021 - 9:10 pm

I was pleased to find a recipe for which I’ve already have the ingredients. One question tho Han – I have from Hmart “Frozen Pork / Thin Single Rib Belly” already sliced. Is this suitable and what do you feel about using a grill pan or a grill with this recipe. Thanks

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Emma Tang March 10, 2021 - 1:11 pm

Yup, pre-sliced pork belly’s are great for this recipe as well. Grill pan should work!

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Matt December 12, 2017 - 5:05 pm

Just tried and omg it’s was delicious and super easy to make ! Made this for the mates at my restaurant and they loved it !

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Han Tang December 12, 2017 - 5:09 pm

I am very glad you enjoyed it 🙂

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Tiffany December 27, 2017 - 12:28 am

Glad to find this recipe. I can’t believe that i cook this one and it exactly taste the same with the one i ate on my favorite Korean restaurant. I didn’t add soy sauce because i don’t have it. I want to try it with soy sauce next time. Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe with me

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Han Tang December 27, 2017 - 11:56 am

You are very welcome Tiffany, I am glad you enjoyed it 🙂

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Craig January 5, 2018 - 3:55 pm

Really enjoyed this easy and tasty treat! Would love if there was an easy way to print the recipe. It was so good, have already done it a few times. Yum! Thanks!

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Han Tang January 7, 2018 - 11:55 am

You’re welcome! I am glad you liked this recipe 🙂

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Brian V January 11, 2018 - 12:38 am

I going to give this a try this week. Can you also it marinate over night in the fridge? Would like to try this on my BBQ. after doing it the correct way in a pan first 🙂

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Han Tang January 11, 2018 - 1:22 am

Hi Brian,

Of course! Marinating overnight will give the pork belly a stronger, richer flavor. Hope it helps and good luck!

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Fred J March 13, 2018 - 9:22 am

I made this last night – it’s an excellent recipe! Simple, quick and delicious – a big hit with the family. What a great marinade… The Korean Chili Paste is a wonderful discovery and will no doubt find its way into many of our dishes to come… Thank you!

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Han Tang March 13, 2018 - 11:49 am

Glad to hear you liked the recipe 🙂

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Anonymous April 7, 2018 - 4:20 pm

can you marinate this for longer?

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Han Tang April 9, 2018 - 10:54 am

Yes, if you marinate longer, the flavor will be stronger 🙂

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Gisela Derstine May 28, 2018 - 10:26 am

Having Korean students with us and the like that very much. Followed the recipe,but baked it in the oven on height 400/450 and it was very good. Also pan fried it and good that way too . Thanks for the recipe

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Han Tang May 28, 2018 - 4:49 pm

You are very welcome 🙂

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Xertyng C August 7, 2019 - 12:53 pm

It is really delicious. My 3 boys loved it. They commented that we do not need to go to expensive Korean restaurants anymore for the bbq pork belly. Thank you very much.

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Jane August 10, 2018 - 1:01 pm

Hi! Thank you so much for this recipe!! I made this for my friends last night and they enjoyed it :). The pork did turn out a little chewy – do you have any tips for how to make it less chewy? Maybe I should have cut thinner slices or chosen a less fatty chunk of pork belly.

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Emma Tang August 13, 2018 - 10:31 am

Hi Jane,

I am glad you liked the recipe! If you want the pork belly to be less chewy, I would suggest cutting into thicker slices or shorten the cooking time (still cooked through). The reason for the pork belly to be a bit chewy probably is overcooking 🙂

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El December 23, 2018 - 3:14 am

This is really tasty and easy. Flavours are so Korean without having to slave for hours. My only hesitation is the splatter and cleaning of my kitchen thereafter. Tried it baked, not as great but it can do! Tks for sharing this.

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Kevin Laycock January 5, 2019 - 5:21 pm

Just made this last night, had a “pork off” with my daughter. She cooked another pork rasher recipe but this bet it hands down. Made a last minute decision to cook it on the grill of the BBQ and it tasted great with that smokey BBQ flavour- Thanks

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Rita Gill March 1, 2019 - 9:32 pm

Been making this recipe for several months now. It’s definitely a family favorite! It’s also my quick dinner go to recipe perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. You should go on master chef!

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Colette Walsh January 5, 2020 - 9:03 pm

I loved this. It was so simple and delicious. Thank you!

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Saif January 9, 2020 - 9:36 am

I love the presentation of this food. Can I use siracha sauce instead of korean red pepper paste? Thanks

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Emma Tang March 10, 2021 - 3:15 pm

I don’t see why not, the taste might be slightly different, but should be equally delicious!

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Patti April 7, 2020 - 4:09 pm

I live in hicktown. Is there anything I can sub for the Korean hot pepper paste?. All else I can find locally.

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Emma Tang May 2, 2020 - 1:53 pm

Korean hot pepper paste is available on Amazon as well if is not readily available at your local grocery stores. I personally haven’t gave chili paste a try, but I believe it might work as well, let me know if this is helpful!

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Bee April 16, 2020 - 9:00 pm

I made this yesterday and it was delicious! I’ll definitely make it again and it was so easy and so fast I love that.

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Emma Tang May 2, 2020 - 1:49 pm

I am glad you enjoyed the recipe!

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Matt May 8, 2020 - 2:07 pm

Do you think I could marinate overnight ? (Not sure if I did this right the 1st time sorry). I love korean flavors

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Curious May 28, 2020 - 5:12 pm

Can you pair this with ramen?

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Emma Tang June 23, 2020 - 1:19 pm

Absolutely!

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Tammy June 2, 2020 - 5:55 pm

This is now my go to for pork belly. Absolutely delicious. I adore that sweet and spicy flavour.
Thank you so much for sharing your delicious recipe.

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brad July 18, 2020 - 5:45 am

This was fantastic. Simple. Delicious. The best kind of recipe. I’ve tried pork belly in so many ways. This is now my favorite. Savory, with a bit of spice. The cilantro is bright and crisp. Great recipe!

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JimmyB January 14, 2021 - 5:59 pm

I just bought some pork belly and am looking for recipes. This looks delicious but for medical reasons I can’t do spicy. Should I just leave out the hot pepper sauce or is there something you would recommend as a substitution? Thank you!

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Emma Tang April 5, 2022 - 3:23 pm

Hi, Jimmy, in that case, you don’t have to use hot pepper sauce. Soy garlic flavor is also delicious.

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Tom February 21, 2021 - 6:26 pm

Made this today one your way and one with just salt wrapped in lettuce and kimchi so good, wife loved it thanks

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HFB March 10, 2021 - 1:16 am

Yummy and not too spicy for my boys. Just needs a bit of salt.

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Yo!hannes June 6, 2021 - 2:02 am

Absolutely easy! And absolutely YUMMY!!!!!!!

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Christina Daniel June 10, 2021 - 11:29 pm

Was exactly what I was looking for. Added a little 5 spice but otherwise did exactly as written. Even my picky nephew liked it! Thanks for a great recipe.

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Suzy June 29, 2021 - 1:29 am

It was really good, just 20mins seasoning and so very tasty especially with the Japanese sliced thin pork-belly eat with Ramen. Thank you for sharing, my fussy eaters love it. SO goood👌👍🙏

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Anonymous August 3, 2021 - 1:46 am

Thank you for the recipe ! I tried it llast night and it was delicious. Is it possible also to change the protein with the chicken or beef?

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Emma Tang April 5, 2022 - 3:34 pm

Absolutely, chicken or beef should work as well!

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Liz January 16, 2022 - 5:50 pm

Made this yesterday and it was super easy and delicious! I made extra sauce and added cooked bok choy near the end to get them all covered in sauce as well. It was awesome!

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Emma Tang April 5, 2022 - 3:58 pm

Thank you Liz, glad you liked it!

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Cristian King August 27, 2022 - 8:00 pm

Easiest and tastiest Korean Pork Belly recipe. My only recipe when I’m in the mood for pork belly. Juicy, full of flavor and crispy. Wrapped in lettuce and added some kimchi and everyone was begging for more. Thank you 🙏🏻 We love it 🥰

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Emma Tang January 13, 2023 - 10:10 am

I am so glad! Thank you for your comment!

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