Teresa's Recipes
Shogayaki - Ginger Pork Stir-fry
Indulge in the harmony of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors of Shogayaki - a beloved Japanese dish. Tender slices of pork loin, marinated in a ginger-soy sauce, are quickly stir-fried to perfection, offering a satisfying depth of flavor. The dish is served over fluffy steamed rice and garnished with green onions for a pop of color and freshness. This recipe hails from the Meiji era, where it was enjoyed by the Japanese working class due to its quick cooking time and readily available ingredients. Today, Shogayaki has become a staple in Japanese households and restaurants, loved for its simplicity and comforting flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Steamed rice
- 2, thinly sliced Green onions
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Mirin
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon, freshly grated Ginger
- 500 grams, thinly sliced Pork loin
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 2
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 60g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Sugar: 10g
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the freshly grated ginger, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar to create a flavorful marinade.
- Add the thinly sliced pork loin to the marinade, ensuring that all pieces are well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the marinated pork slices, laying them flat in the skillet. Discard any remaining marinade.
- Cook the pork slices for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through.
- Add the thinly sliced green onions to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute, allowing them to soften and release their aroma.
- To serve, create a bed of steamed rice on a plate, top it with the ginger pork stir-fry, and garnish with extra green onions if desired. Enjoy your homemade Shogayaki!
Tips
- For a more intense flavor, leave the pork to marinate for longer - up to 24 hours if possible.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add some thinly sliced red chili to the marinade.
- Mirin is a type of sweet Japanese rice wine. If you can't find it, you can use a sweet white wine or sherry as a substitute.