Super Simple Soy-Glazed Pork Stir-Fry
Super Simple Soy-Glazed Pork Stir-Fry
Pork Dish / Soy-Glazed Pork Stir-Fry
A delicious pork recipe you can easily make at home. Both leg and shoulder cuts of pork are suitable for this dish. Enjoy the rich flavor created with simple seasonings, perfect as a side dish or a snack with drinks. Adding spicy Cheongyang peppers elevates the taste and balances any richness!
Essential Ingredients- Pork 250g (your preferred cut like leg, shoulder, or neck)
- Salt, a pinch
- Black pepper, a pinch
- 1 Cheongyang pepper (add more if you like it spicy)
Sweet & Savory Soy Glaze- 1 Tbsp Mirin (or cooking wine)
- 1 Tbsp Water
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup) or corn syrup
- 1 Tbsp Mirin (or cooking wine)
- 1 Tbsp Water
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup) or corn syrup
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, cut the pork into bite-sized pieces that are not too thick for easy cooking. If they are too thin, they might break apart during cooking, so aim for a moderate thickness.
Step 2
Season the prepared pork with a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper, then gently toss to marinate. This step helps remove any gamey smell from the pork and allows the seasoning to penetrate, making it more flavorful.
Step 3
Remove the stem from the Cheongyang pepper and slice it thinly on an angle. If you prefer less spice or are cooking for children, you can omit it or adjust the amount.
Step 4
In a small bowl, combine 1 Tbsp mirin, 1 Tbsp water, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, and 1/2 Tbsp oligodang (or corn syrup). Stir well until the sugar dissolves to create a delicious soy glaze.
Step 5
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat without adding any oil. Add the seasoned pork and cook slowly. It’s important to stir and break apart the pork as it cooks so that all sides become golden brown and evenly cooked.
Step 6
Once the pork is almost cooked through, pour the prepared soy glaze into the pan. Turn the heat up to high and stir-fry quickly until the sauce coats the pork evenly and develops a glossy sheen. Be careful not to burn the sauce!
Step 7
Finally, add the sliced Cheongyang pepper and stir-fry briefly to incorporate the spicy flavor. For a crisp texture from the peppers, add them at the very end and sauté just until tender.
