15-Minute Soy Glazed Pork Rice Bowl

Steps

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1. 1
   In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar to make the glaze sauce.
   ▶ ≈1:26
2. 2
   Smash and finely chop the garlic, then thinly slice the green onions, keeping the whites and greens separate.
   ▶ ≈1:50
3. 3
   Cut the pork belly into bite-size pieces, lightly season with salt and pepper, then dust with a thin coating of potato starch.
   ▶ ≈2:03
4. 4
   Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat and sear the pork on both sides for about 2 minutes each until golden brown, then set aside.
   ▶ ≈3:19
5. 5
   Lower the heat to medium-low, add the garlic and green onion whites to the same pan, and sauté for about a minute until fragrant, adding a bit more oil if needed.
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6. 6
   Pour in the prepared sauce and cook for about 30 seconds to let the aromas develop.
   ▶ ≈3:54
7. 7
   Return the seared pork to the pan and toss with the sauce for about 2 minutes until evenly coated with a glossy glaze, then turn off the heat.
   ▶ ≈4:08
8. 8
   Plate the rice with the glazed pork, salad greens, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes, then finish with a sprinkle of green onion greens.
   ▶ ≈4:23