Delicious Pork Neck Donburi Made with Frozen Pork Belly
Simple and Hearty Pork Neck Donburi Recipe
A pork neck donburi recipe that is easy and delicious to enjoy at home, using frozen pork belly. The generous amount of meat combined with fresh vegetables makes for a satisfying meal. This recipe includes detailed cooking steps that anyone can follow.
Ingredients
- Pork neck (frozen or fresh)
- Onion
- Cabbage
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or sake)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or corn syrup/honey)
- 0.5 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let the frozen pork neck thaw naturally at room temperature before cooking. Once thawed, gently pat the surface with paper towels to remove any excess blood, which helps eliminate any gamey odor. Lightly season both sides of the pork with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with a little cooking wine and rub it in to marinate.
Step 2
Slice one onion into thin strips. If you’re making just one serving, using half an onion is perfectly fine.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the delicious sauce that will enhance the flavor of your donburi. Using a tablespoon as a measure, combine a pinch of salt, a pinch of pepper, 1 tablespoon of cooking wine, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of oligosaccharide (or corn syrup/honey), 0.5 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic. This measurement is for one serving; feel free to adjust it based on the amount of ingredients you are using.
Step 4
Heat a lightly oiled pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they become translucent. Adding a pinch of salt while cooking can bring out the sweetness of the onions and add a touch of seasoning. Once the onions are translucent, remove them from the pan and set aside.
Step 5
Prepare the cabbage in a similar way. Lightly oil the pan, add the cabbage, sprinkle with a little salt, and cook until it’s about half-cooked, maintaining a slight crispness. Then, remove it from the pan and set aside.
Step 6
If you overcook the onions and cabbage, they will become mushy, lose their texture, and the flavor will be diminished. Therefore, it’s best to cook them only halfway until slightly tender and then let them cool for a moment. This method helps preserve their natural crispness and sweetness.
Step 7
Now it’s time to cook the star of the dish: the pork neck. You can use the same pan used for the onions and cabbage, or a clean one with a little oil. Place the prepared pork neck in the pan and sear it until golden brown.
Step 8
Flip the pork occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure it cooks evenly on both sides. Continue cooking until the pork is golden brown and more than halfway cooked through.
Step 9
Once the pork is partially cooked, pour the delicious sauce you prepared earlier into the pan. Gently toss the pork to coat it evenly with the sauce.
Step 10
Reduce the heat to low to prevent the sauce from burning. Let the sauce simmer and thicken, coating the pork nicely. It’s important to cook this slowly and patiently until the sauce is reduced.
Step 11
Continue to stir and flip the pork gently to ensure the sauce coats it evenly and doesn’t burn. Since the sauce can burn easily, it’s best to cook it over low heat for a sufficient amount of time. This will result in a glossy and flavorful pork neck.
Step 12
In a serving bowl, place a generous portion of warm rice. This forms the base for your delicious donburi.
Step 13
Arrange the cooled sautéed onions and cabbage attractively over the rice. Then, generously top everything with the glossy, flavorful braised pork neck. Make sure to layer the ingredients beautifully for a visually appealing dish.
Step 14
Your delicious Pork Neck Donburi is now complete! Enjoy it immediately while it’s warm for the best taste.
