Pork Neck Steak with Rich Curry Sauce
Pork Neck Steak with Rich Curry Sauce
The Ultimate Combo: Pork Neck Steak & Curry Sauce!
Craving pork and curry simultaneously? While you can always mix them, today we’re elevating your meal with a delicious pork neck steak served with a special, flavorful curry sauce. This dish offers a unique twist that’s sure to impress. Get ready to enjoy a restaurant-worthy meal right in your own home!
Main Ingredients- Pork neck 400g
- Potatoes 5 pcs
- Onion 1 pc
- Eggplant 1/2 pc
- Shiitake mushroom stems, a small amount
- Zucchini 1/2 pc
- Korean cucumber (Oigochu) 3 pcs
- Curry blocks 2 pieces
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the star of our dish: the pork neck. Season the pork neck generously with salt and pepper. Then, lightly coat it with olive oil. This step helps to seal in the juices while cooking, ensuring a tender and moist steak.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the special curry sauce that will elevate this dish. Peel the potatoes and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Rinse the cut potatoes under running water to remove excess starch; this helps achieve the perfect sauce consistency. Place the potatoes in a pot, add enough water to cover them, and a pinch of salt. Boil until the potatoes are slightly tender.
Step 3
Time to sauté the onions, which will add a deep flavor to our curry sauce. Heat some oil in a pan over medium heat, and add the thinly sliced onions. Sauté them until they become translucent and sweet. Cooking the onions thoroughly will enhance their sweetness and overall flavor.
Step 4
Next, we’ll use the shiitake mushroom stems, which are packed with earthy flavor. Chop the stems into bite-sized pieces and add them to the pan with the onions. Fun fact: shiitake mushroom stems are often more flavorful than the caps! Sautéing them together will boost the dish’s aroma and taste.
Step 5
We’ll also prepare the eggplant for a delicious texture. Dice the eggplant and let it sit in a bowl with a pinch of salt for about 10 minutes. This process, called salting, draws out excess moisture. Gently squeeze out the water before sautéing. This trick not only reduces oil absorption but also gives the eggplant a wonderful chewy texture.
Step 6
Now, combine the sautéed vegetables and the par-boiled potatoes in a pot. Pour in water to create the curry sauce base and bring it to a boil. Let it simmer to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Step 7
Once the vegetables are somewhat tender, add the zucchini, cut into large pieces. When the zucchini is cooked, dissolve the curry blocks into the sauce. Make sure to stir well to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth consistency. Let it simmer gently over low heat until the sauce thickens to your liking.
Step 8
Finally, add the Korean cucumbers, thinly sliced, for a refreshing crunch and a hint of spice. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become too soft. Simmer for just a short while longer, and your delicious curry sauce will be ready!
Step 9
Voila! Your flavorful curry sauce is complete. The tender potatoes and vegetables blended into the rich sauce look incredibly appetizing, don’t they?
Step 10
Now, let’s cook the main event: the pork neck steak. Heat a pan over high heat until very hot, then place the seasoned pork neck onto the pan. Sear it on both sides until nicely browned. Cooking over high heat quickly seals in the juices, resulting in a wonderfully tender and flavorful steak.
Step 11
We’ll also grill some garnishes alongside the steak. Place cherry tomatoes and zucchini pieces onto the pan and grill them with the steak. This adds color, freshness, and a delightful variety of textures to your plate.
Step 12
And there you have it – a perfectly cooked, tender pork neck steak! The combination of the savory steak and the rich curry sauce is simply divine. Enjoy this delightful meal with the grilled garnishes. If you happen to have any leftover curry sauce, it makes for a fantastic curry rice bowl!
