Pan-Fried Pork and Potato Stew

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1. 1
   Peel potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces, and soak in water for about 10 minutes.
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2. 2
   Cut onion in half, then slice into wedges.
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   Slice pork to desired thickness and season with salt and black pepper.
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   Drain soaked potatoes, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave at 600W for 5 minutes.
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   Pat the potatoes and pork dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
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   Lightly coat pork with cornstarch.
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   Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat, then pan-fry pork until browned on both sides.
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   After about 2 minutes, flip and cook the other side until golden. Remove pork and set aside.
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   Add potatoes to the same pan and pan-fry until golden.
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    Add onions and cook until golden. Return the pork to the pan.
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    Add soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and minced garlic. Mix well.
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    Cover with a drop lid (or foil), reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes.
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    Remove the lid, stir well, cover again, and simmer for another 3 minutes.
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    Serve and garnish with bonito flakes and chopped scallions if desired.
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