Shogayaki (Japanese Ginger Pork)

🧂 Ingredients

• 300 g Pork loin or shoulder(Thinly sliced, about 2-3mm thick. If not pre-sliced, freeze slightly for easier slicing. Can substitute with pork belly.)
• 2 tbsp Fresh ginger(Finely grated. Use a microplane or the small holes of a box grater.)
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce(Japanese soy sauce (e.g., Kikkoman) is recommended for authentic flavor.)
• 2 tbsp Mirin(Sweet Japanese rice wine. Adds sweetness and gloss.)
• 1 tbsp Sake(Japanese rice wine. Helps tenderize the pork and adds depth.)
• 1 tbsp Neutral cooking oil(Such as vegetable, canola, or grapeseed oil.)
• 2 cups Shredded cabbage(For serving. Thinly shredded for best texture.)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, soy sauce, mirin, and sake until well combined. Set aside.

   ⏱️ 3 minutes
2. 2

   Prepare the pork: If your pork is not pre-sliced, slice it thinly against the grain (about 2-3mm thick). If the pork is slightly frozen, it will be much easier to slice thinly. Pat the pork slices dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes
3. 3

   Cook the pork: Heat the neutral cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork slices in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned and just cooked through. The pork should still be tender.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes
4. 4

   Add the sauce and glaze: Pour the prepared ginger-soy sauce mixture over the cooked pork in the skillet. Stir and toss the pork to coat evenly. Let the sauce simmer and thicken slightly, about 1-2 minutes, until it glazes the pork beautifully. Be careful not to overcook the pork at this stage.

   ⏱️ 2 minutes
5. 5

   Serve: Arrange a bed of shredded cabbage on serving plates. Top with the glazed shogayaki pork. Serve immediately.

   ⏱️ 1 minute

💡 Pro Tips

• ✓For extra flavor, you can marinate the pork in the sauce for 10-15 minutes before cooking, but it's not strictly necessary for this quick dish.
• ✓Adjust the amount of ginger to your preference for a stronger or milder ginger flavor.
• ✓Serve with steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
• ✓Ensure your pan is hot before adding the pork to achieve a good sear and prevent it from steaming.

🔄 Variations

• Substitute thinly sliced chicken thigh or breast for pork.
• Add thinly sliced onions or mushrooms along with the pork in Step 3.
• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

🥗 Nutrition

Per serving