Thick-cut pork steak seared golden brown and coated in a rich, sweet-and-savory sauce made with miso and ginger—this dish is a guaranteed favorite with rice! Lightly coating the pork in flour and starch keeps the meat tender while helping the glaze coat it beautifully.
The addition of miso brings depth and umami, transforming this simple recipe into a flavorful main dish. A sprinkle of black pepper adds a spicy kick and boosts your appetite. Quick to prepare yet incredibly satisfying—perfect for busy weeknights or hearty family dinners.
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.
- 2 thick-cut pork loin chops(about 4.5 oz.each) (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- A1/2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
- A1/2 tbsp. potato starch (or cornstarch)
- Asalt and pepper, to taste
- B1 tbsp. soy sauce
- B1 tbsp. mirin
- B2 tsp. sugar
- B1 tsp. grated ginger (or ginger paste)
- B1 tsp. miso (preferably awase miso)
- 1 tsp. vegetable oil
- freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- 1
Cut the pork chops into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper, then coat evenly with the flour and starch.
- 2
Add vegetable oil and pork to a cold skillet. Turn the heat to medium and sear until both sides are nicely browned.
- 3
Blot away excess oil with a paper towel, then add all the sauce ingredients B (soy sauce, mirin, sugar, ginger, and miso). Stir to coat the meat thoroughly and simmer until the sauce thickens and clings to the pork.
- 4
Serve hot, optionally topped with black pepper.
RecipeID
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Tips & Notes
・You can use pork shoulder as a substitute.
・For a richer flavor and golden finish, use both flour and starch. However, either one works on its own as well.
・Awase miso (mixed red and white miso) is recommended for balance, but other types can be used too.
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