Spicy and Sweet! Dubanjiang Pork Rice Bowl
A Perfect Harmony of Savory Dubanjiang and Tender Pork! A Simple Yet Impressive Dubanjiang Pork Rice Bowl Recipe
Introducing a simple-to-make Dubanjiang Pork Rice Bowl recipe you can enjoy at home. The spicy and flavorful Dubanjiang sauce, tender pork, and crisp vegetables create a dish that’s perfect for any meal. Served over rice, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, especially when you need a little appetite boost! You can also stir-fry the pork with the sauce as a delicious side dish for rice. This post is copyright protected. Unauthorized theft and reproduction of images and phrases are prohibited without prior consent from the author. You may be liable for unauthorized use.
Main Ingredients- Pork 100g (ground or thinly sliced for bulgogi)
- Garlic 3 cloves
- Cabbage 30g (approx. 1/8 head)
- Green onion 1 stalk
- Cooking oil 2 Tbsp
- Warm cooked rice 200g (1 bowl)
Dubanjiang Sauce- Dubanjiang (chili bean paste) 1 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1 tsp
- Soy sauce 1/2 Tbsp
- Sugar 1/2 Tbsp
- Red pepper flakes 1/2 Tbsp
- Sake (or cooking wine) 1 Tbsp
- Black pepper a pinch
- Dubanjiang (chili bean paste) 1 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1 tsp
- Soy sauce 1/2 Tbsp
- Sugar 1/2 Tbsp
- Red pepper flakes 1/2 Tbsp
- Sake (or cooking wine) 1 Tbsp
- Black pepper a pinch
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, cut the pork into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm, for easy topping on the rice bowl. Using thinly sliced bulgogi-style pork will make this step even easier.
Step 2
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly. Using sliced garlic will enhance the flavor as it cooks.
Step 3
Wash the cabbage thoroughly, then cut it into square pieces, about 2-3 cm. You can also shred it, but diced cabbage offers a more satisfying texture.
Step 4
Slice the green onion diagonally into segments of about 2-3 cm, including both the white and green parts. The fragrant green onion will add depth to the rice bowl’s flavor.
Step 5
In a small bowl, combine 1 Tbsp of Dubanjiang, 1 tsp of minced garlic, 1/2 Tbsp of soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp of sugar, 1/2 Tbsp of red pepper flakes, 1 Tbsp of sake (or cooking wine), and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well to create the delicious sauce. You can adjust the sugar to your preference for sweetness.
Step 6
Heat a wok or deep skillet over medium heat. Add 2 Tbsp of cooking oil and the sliced garlic. Stir-fry until the garlic releases its aroma, being careful not to burn it. This fragrant garlic oil is the flavor base.
Step 7
Once the garlic is fragrant, add the prepared pork. Increase the heat to high and stir-fry quickly. Use chopsticks or a spatula to break up the pork as it cooks, ensuring it browns evenly.
Step 8
When the pork is mostly cooked through (its color changes to opaque), add the diced cabbage and green onions. Continue stir-frying over high heat for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still retain some crispness. Stir-fry briskly to prevent burning.
Step 9
Once the cabbage has softened slightly, pour in the prepared Dubanjiang sauce. Stir-fry over high heat for another 1-2 minutes, ensuring the sauce coats all the ingredients evenly. Cook quickly to prevent the sauce from burning.
Step 10
Serve the warm cooked rice in a bowl, and generously top it with the flavorful Dubanjiang pork stir-fry. Your delicious Dubanjiang Pork Rice Bowl is ready! For an extra touch, consider adding a fried egg or some shredded seaweed.
