Thank you for your kind feedback, Kessia! The “set meal” menu is based on Japanese “One Soup Three Dishes” or “Ichiju-Sansai (一汁三菜)” concept when serving a meal, and you can read more details about it on this post. Wow, this looks so delicious, so easy and so flavorful! Pork belly has lots of fat, and there is no cut like this, but… pork collar is pretty tender and fatty… then down to pork shoulder. hi nami, made this today it was delicious! . The pork belly slices in Japan have much less fat. Hope you enjoy! In a bowl or a liquid measuring cup, combine 3 Tbsp sake, 3 Tbsp mirin, 2 tsp sugar, and 2 Tbsp soy sauce. More sauce means ‘bring on your appetite!’. Place shredded cabbage on a serving plate and transfer the ginger pork belly and sauce. pork belly isn’t always available unless you ask a butcher since its typically used for cured meat (pancetta, bacon) i will try to replace with other fatty cuts similar to “boston butt” (it’s from the shoulder i think) its called bondiola here. Your email address will not be published. Oh my! I appreciate your feedback! I will be saving this recipe to make again soon. Thank you for trying this recipe! Much less fat than pork belly though. Follow me if you can find the time in your busy busy schedule. Are you tempted to pick up a slice to try right away? Great to serve wrap with a piece of leafy salad greens. Keong Hee Huat Chye! A really delicious dish. Hi Christopher! Simple yet tasty home cooked food recipes to share with all. Hi i’m cooking this recipe right now.whats the difference between bbq porkbelly and single porkbelly? I don’t cook much Asian food, but I can’t wait to try this recipe. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the footer of our emails. Don’t want to miss a recipe? 400 gm pork belly meat with skin [keep whole]. It’s different from how I normally cook my Ginger Pork (Shogayaki), but I would like you to know that there are many ways to make this popular home cooked dish. This looks and sounds so good! Thanks Jenny! Blanch pork belly for about 5-10 minutes or until firm. I’m glad that you and your family enjoyed it <3. Buy our best-selling e-cookbook full of 33 easy and simple Japanese recipes! Your email address will not be published. Serve immediately. Hi Matt! I made this recipe twice, but it is too oily for me, though my family did not complain about it. Cook until pork belly shrinks a little and take it out for new slices…then put back in the pan and add sauce? Feel free to e-mail. The pork is cooked until the fat is gelatinized, and the meat attains the melt in the mouth texture. It’s the house red at Chez Panisse. Here I use about 2-3 Tbsp of chopped negi for one serving. Or like you said, you can always use thinly sliced pork loin. So it’s inevitable to cut down on the soy sauce for you. Meanwhile, someday you should check out Green & Red Vineyards, our family wine in Napa. The set usually comes with a main dish of your choice, along with steamed rice, miso soup, some pickles, and 1-2 side dishes (you get to pick sometimes). Buy our best-selling e-cookbook for 33 more easy and simple recipes! Blanch pork belly for about 5-10 minutes or until firm. Bring a wok of water to boil. , Hi Nami-san, I love Japanese comfort food like Shogayaki. To be honest, you won’t need that much “sauce” for this recipe. xo. I love yaki udon too! Please read my disclosure policy for details. By the way, I love all your recipes and I wish I could apply to be your son . Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Hi Ramon! This particular Ginger Pork – or Shogayaki (生姜焼き) in Japanese – uses pork belly slices. This post may contain affiliate links. And this ginger pork uses more sauce too. Mix well. For those of you who are interested in making Japanese home-cooked meals more often, I hope this set menu gives you some inspirations. Hi Leslie! We all love it and will make it again and again. I think I prefer using pork loin and marinating the meat first before cooking like the traditional way for Shogayaki. Anyone interested, here’s Ray’s site: http://www.greenandred.com/index.html. Mix the ginger and negi in the sauce. Cut into square or rectangular blocks of about 2 inch width. ©2020 Just One Cookbook, All Rights Reserved. And stay in touch on Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, and Instagram for all the latest updates. My recipe uses thinly sliced tender pork loin which has more meat and less fat. Removed and cut into about 1/2 cm thick slices. Most of the side dishes can be prepared ahead and last for the entire week. nami – i am allergic to ginger soo if i don’t add ginger in it, will it taste strange? Ahh! Heat up a non stick wok [without oil], sear the skin side to brown a little. I'm Nami, a Japanese home cook based in San Francisco. Cook the pork belly slices until well-done. I am sure it is very tasty! FYI, there are a few websites that you can find Kodoko no Gurume. Ideas, tips and information on cooking/baking and general matters on life experiences, @2010 Cooking Pleasure Recipes/All Rights Reserved. In Japan, lunch menu typically comes in a “set (meal)” called Teishoku (定食). thank you again for this wonderful site. Awesome Inc. theme. I follow the way how this recipe was made in the TV drama, hence I made for one person at a time. そですね！ Yes as a bengoshi I understand. If you make this recipe, snap a pic and hashtag it #justonecookbook — We love to see your creations on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter! After requests from many JOC readers, I started to share recipes featured in the popular Japanese TV drama – Kodoku no Gurume (孤独のグルメ). . Kimchi Stew Recipe with Chicken (Kimchi Jjigae), Classic Chicken Adobo Recipe (Chicken in Garlic Soy Sauce Glaze), Pork Filipino Bistek Tagalog Recipe (Pork in Soy Sauce and Onion Glaze), Quick One Pan Vegan Pad Thai Recipe with Tofu, Pad Kra Pao Recipe (Chicken Thai Basil Stir Fry), In a bowl, combine all ingredients for the marinade and add the pork belly strips in and mix until the meat is covered with the marinade, Marinade for at least 8 hours and for best results, overnight, Heat your frying pan in medium heat and add the oil, lay the pork belly strips on the pan avoiding overcrowding and fry for about 5 minutes on each side and take off the pan once thoroughly cooked, If your pan is a bit small, you might want to fry the pork belly strips in batches to make sure that each one is properly cooked. Featured in the popular Japanese drama "Kodoku no Gurume", this Pan Fried Ginger Pork Belly is cooked in a savory soy sauce base with a hint of sweetness and a touch of spicy ginger. You will need thinly slices of pork belly as you see in the recipe ingredient picture. All images and content on this site are copyright protected. if i don’t find some pork belly. I am making your warm mushroom salad again an I am going to do this pork belly thing tonite for dinner although instead of pork belly, I am going to use a ham steak which I have in my fridge. Search for dramagalaxy. . We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. I am not sure if I understood your question about BBQ or Single pork belly. I love the flavors in this stir fried pork. I’m glad you got thumbs up from both this time! Cut the negi (green onion/leeks) as much as you like to use. So it also depends on how much soy sauce you add (If you add more soy sauce, you have to add more sugar and/or mirin). You know, we use soy sauce, mirin, and sake for majority of Japanese food, but with different ratios. Bring to boil, then simmer for 30 minutes or more until meat is tender but chewy and until sauce is reduced to thick. Featured in the popular Japanese drama “Kodoku no Gurume”, this Pan Fried Ginger Pork Belly is cooked in a savory soy sauce base with a hint of sweetness and a touch of spicy ginger. The Kitchen Abroad is an online food magazine, run by ex-chef turned digital nomad Evan Kristine, where you’ll find loads of comfort food and cooking for one recipes, budget-friendly ingredients, and a realistic approach to home cooking. Grate the ginger until you have about 1 tsp for one serving. Hello Nami, I am on a low carb program and the Mirin in the recipe is very high in carbs can I leave it out or do you know of a substitute. Using the same wok, pan fry meat slices in single layer without oil until slightly charred. Your Asian fried pork belly was delish! Thank you for your kind words on my recipes! Hi Bkhuna! The pork belly slices have more fat, but they are juicier, tastier, and fulfilling (especially for those who enjoy heavier food). Place rock sugar in a clean wok to caramelize, add in the fried meat slices. Fry to mix caramel with meat, add in light soy sauce. In the show, he ordered “Pan Fried Ginger Pork Belly Set (Meal)” and the set comes with: As you can see, the menu covers carbohydrate, protein, vegetables, pickles, fermented food, and a considerable amount of Omega-3 rich seafood. Make the sauce. Thank you for your kind words! It’s a little buggy, but I was able to watch all of season one and I’m on season 2 now. Add in ginger, garlic and spring onions. Hi Ray! I’ve never been to your family winery before but I noted and would love to visit when I go to St. Helena next time! I really suggest your readers check it out – although it will make you hungry and start cooking every recipe here! Work on creating good contents that are helpful for others (unless this is just a journal for yourself – then that’s different story). Make sure to balance off saltiness from soy sauce. In case you’re wondering how we can cook up so many dishes for one lunch, the strategy is advance planning. Kamaboko Fish Cake with Salmon Roe 蒲鉾いくらのせ. My son thinks I’m strict… are you ready?! The Kitchen Abroad is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com, © 2020 THE KITCHEN ABROAD • DESIGN BY EVAN KRISTINE. Prepared this simple dish for Chinese New Year. Bring a wok of water to boil. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. nibblesandbits.blog is the name. This delicious Asian style pan fried pork belly recipe surely hit the spot! The entire family loved it! Take a piece of lettuce and cup it in your hand. What’s good sweetener for you? Oh my, that pork belly looks so delicious, it makes me drool just looking at it. Recipe by Namiko Chen of Just One Cookbook. I tried this recipe yesterday. This pork belly dish gets my thumbs up. Have fun exploring the 700+ classic & modern Japanese recipes I share with step-by-step photos and How-To YouTube videos. You can save the sauce for up to a week. The combo of flavors with one of the best things ever…pork belly make this incredible, thank you!! Slice the cooked pan fried pork belly strips in bite sizes and serve with steamed white rice. The meat slices are tender but has a bite with the sweet aroma of the braising sauce. Thanks for sharing the website to watch Kodoku no Gurume. With a slight difference, it is a simmered food (Nimono) and teriyaki sauce. As a salesman, Gorō travels across Japan, visiting restaurants and street booths to sample the local cuisine. Dear Nami I love your site. If you get a block, you can always slice on your own: https://www.justonecookbook.com/how_to/how-to-slice-meat/, thank you nami, im from Argentina btw, there is great meat here but the cuts vary from other countries. Therefore, one way to avoid the oil from the pork belly is to cut off the fat before cooking. Best. is there a ginger substitute? It’s interesting how a simple twist in the recipe changes the outcome! Thank you for taking the time to answer. Thank you. Here I share simple, easy and tested food recipes that are tasty, delicious yet healthy. Heat up a non stick wok [without oil], sear the skin side to brown a little. I love getting this at the restaurant and having it grilled at the table so it’s great knowing I can make this at home. Stir fry so that the meat slices are coated with sauce.