Pork and Bean Sprout Rice Bowl

Steps

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1. 1
   Rinse the rice thoroughly and drain well. There is no need to soak it; place the drained rice directly into the rice cooker.
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2. 2
   Chop the thinly sliced pork into small pieces.
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3. 3
   Place the meat in a bowl and add 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons soju, about 1/3 tablespoon sugar, 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Sprinkle with black pepper, mix well, and set aside to marinate.
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4. 4
   Add approximately 300ml of water to the rice—roughly one and a half times the rice volume.
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5. 5
   Spread the washed bean sprouts generously over the rice, using about 300g (the same amount as the meat).
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   Spread the marinated pork evenly over the bean sprouts, spreading it out as widely as possible to prevent clumping.
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   Close the rice cooker lid and press the cooking button or adjust the heat as usual.
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   While the rice cooks, prepare the sauce by mixing 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon soju, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic, about 1 tablespoon very finely chopped green onions, 1/2 tablespoon red chili powder, and 1/2 tablespoon white sesame seeds. Mix well.
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   When the rice is cooked, use a spatula to gently mix the rice and meat evenly, being careful not to crush the bean sprouts.
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    Add the prepared sauce to your liking, mix well, and serve.
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