Japanese-Style Pork Gyudon
A popular Japanese dish featuring thinly sliced pork and onions in a savory broth, served over rice.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound, sliced Pork shoulderThinly slice the pork against the grain.
- ●1 large, thinly sliced OnionSpringy onions add a great texture to the dish.
- ●2 tablespoons Soy sauceUse Japanese soy sauce for an authentic flavor.
- ●1 tablespoon SugarBalance out the savory flavors with a touch of sweetness.
- ●2 tablespoons Rice vinegarAdd a hint of acidity to the dish.
- ●1 tablespoon, grated GingerGrate the ginger using a microplane for an even flavor.
- ●4 cups Zesty dashi brothDashi is a traditional Japanese broth made from dried seaweed and dried fish.
- ●1/4 cup, thinly sliced Green onionsUse springy green onions for garnish.
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the sliced pork and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and cook until they are softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the grated ginger and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the soy sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar to the skillet and stir to combine.
- 7
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- 8
Add the dashi broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
- 9
Add the cooked pork back to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the pork is coated in the sauce.
- 10
Serve the pork and onions over a bed of steaming hot rice.
- 11
Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and serve immediately.