Japanese-Style Pork Neck Steak with Wasabi Sauce
Japanese-Style Pork Neck Steak with Wasabi Sauce
Homemade Elegance: Flavorful Japanese-Style Pork Neck Steak & Zesty Wasabi Sauce (Grilling)
Today, I’m bringing you a cherished Japanese-style steak recipe enhanced with a vibrant wasabi sauce! This dish is so delicious that your family will be raving about it, boosting your confidence in the kitchen. Let’s make this Japanese-style pork neck steak right at home! Ready to get started? Let’s go!
Main Ingredients- Pork Neck Steak, cut for grilling (approx. 600g)
- A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for color)
Pork Neck Marinade- Salt (to taste), as needed
- Black Pepper (to taste), as needed
- Olive Oil, 2 Tbsp
- Garlic Cloves, 10
Wasabi Sauce- Wasabi (Japanese horseradish) paste, 1 tsp
- Soy Sauce, 3 Tbsp
- Sake (or Mirin), 1 Tbsp
- Salt (to taste), as needed
- Black Pepper (to taste), as needed
- Olive Oil, 2 Tbsp
- Garlic Cloves, 10
Wasabi Sauce- Wasabi (Japanese horseradish) paste, 1 tsp
- Soy Sauce, 3 Tbsp
- Sake (or Mirin), 1 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the pork neck slices to about 1 to 1.5 cm thickness for steaks. Using paper towels, gently pat the surface of the meat to absorb any excess moisture; this helps reduce any gaminess and allows the seasonings to penetrate better. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper. If you like, a light dusting of red pepper flakes at this stage will add a lovely color.
Step 2
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly, about 0.3 cm thick. Thinly sliced garlic will infuse the oil with its flavor more effectively and will cook to a tender, non-burnt consistency when pan-fried alongside the steak.
Step 3
Heat a pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the thinly sliced garlic and cook gently, being careful not to burn it, until it turns a nice golden brown and the oil is fragrant with garlic aroma. Once fragrant and lightly browned, carefully remove the garlic slices from the pan and set them aside. The garlic-infused oil will be used to cook the steak.
Step 4
Increase the heat of the same pan to high. Once the pan is hot, carefully place the seasoned pork neck steaks into the pan. Sear the meat until the surface is nicely browned. Flip the steaks to brown the other side. Searing quickly over high heat is key to locking in the juices. Once both sides have a beautiful golden-brown crust, reduce the heat to medium-low or transfer the steaks to a cooler part of the pan. Cover with a lid and cook until the pork is fully done. This typically takes about 5-7 minutes, depending on thickness. Remove the cooked steaks to a plate. In the same pan (leaving minimal oil), combine the sauce ingredients: 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp sake (or mirin), and 1 tsp wasabi paste. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring until the sauce slightly thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 5
Slice the cooked steaks into bite-sized pieces and arrange them attractively on a serving plate. Spoon the warm, savory-sweet wasabi sauce generously over the sliced steak. To complete the meal, serve with the pan-fried garlic slices, a fresh side salad, and perhaps some grilled onions or mushrooms. Enjoy your elegant homemade Japanese-style pork neck steak!
