Spicy & Sweet Pork on Rice | Donburi | Japanese Recipe | wa's Kitchen

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are lower in fat, while pork shoulder is more affordable.

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar + sugar

💰Cheaper: white wine + sugar

Rice vinegar with sugar mimics mirin's sweetness.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is cheaper.

Slice the pork belly into thin strips.

Marinate the pork with soy sauce, mirin, sugar, cooking sake, and minced garlic for at least 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add marinated pork and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Add sliced onion and cook until softened.

If using, drizzle red chili oil over the pork and stir well.

Serve the spicy pork over a bed of steamed rice.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens