Japanese Pork and Ginger Cabbage

Experience the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors with this Japanese Pork and Ginger Cabbage recipe, a quick and easy stir-fry that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Thinly sliced pork, shredded cabbage, and freshly grated ginger come together in a delectable soy sauce-based glaze enriched with mirin and sake. This comforting one-pan dish features tender pork and crisp, caramelized cabbage infused with bold, umami-rich notes, making it a satisfying dinner option for busy weeknights. Serve over steamed rice for a wholesome meal, and garnish with sliced green onions for a burst of freshness. Ideal for fans of Japanese home-cooked meals, this recipe showcases simple ingredients and cooking techniques that deliver incredible depth of flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams pork loin or pork belly, thinly sliced
• 400 grams green cabbage, shredded
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 2 tablespoons sake
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
• 4 cups steamed rice (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare all ingredients. Thinly slice the pork, shred the cabbage, and grate the ginger.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar to create the sauce. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and set aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.

Step 4

Add the grated ginger to the hot pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the sliced pork to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned and just cooked through.

Step 6

Push the pork to one side of the pan and add the shredded cabbage. Stir-fry the cabbage for 2-3 minutes until it begins to soften.

Step 7

Pour the prepared sauce over the pork and cabbage. Toss everything together to ensure the sauce coats all the ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the cabbage to become tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 9

Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot, either on its own or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1806.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2340.1

Total Fat 58.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 237mg	0%
Sodium 1999.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 316.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 34.6g
Protein 116.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 339.7mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 2631.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.2%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 56.1%