No stove. 10 minutes. INSANELY savory.
Yes, you can make this satisfying steamed pork and veggies using only your microwave! You might think that a flavorful dinner requires chopping, frying, and a pile of dirty dishes. We are here to change that.
With just a microwave and a clever layering technique, the pork belly juices steam the vegetables perfectly. Finish it off with a refreshing ponzu drizzle for a healthy, effortless weeknight meal.
10 minutes
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PROFILE
INGREDIENTS
SERVES 2
Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings
When scaling the recipe, the ratios of some ingredients may require slight adjustments. Adjust as necessary and season to taste.
- 4.5oz thinly-sliced pork belly (130g)
- 7oz bean sprouts (200g)
- 1.5oz shimeji mushrooms (50g)
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- cooking sake (to taste)
- A2tbsp ponzu (citrus soy sauce)
- Asesame oil (to taste)
- Ablack pepper (to taste)
- Atoasted white sesame seeds (to taste)
- Achopped green onions (to taste)
DIRECTIONS
- 1
Place the bean sprouts and separated shimeji mushrooms on a large, microwaveable plate.
- 2
Spread the thinly sliced pork belly over the vegetables, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and sake.
- 3
Cover loosely with plastic wrap and microwave at 600W for 5 minutes.
- 4
Drizzle ponzu over the top and garnish with sesame oil, black pepper, white sesame seeds, and chopped green onions.
RecipeID
1203
Tips & Notes
The sauce is on the strong side to account for the water that the bean sprouts release while cooking.
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