Japanese Takana Pork - Microwave Recipe

Name: Japanese Takana Pork - Microwave Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 150 g thinly sliced pork (Tonkatsu cut); 1 teaspoon grated ginger; 1 tablespoon sake; 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce; 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil; 30 g mustard, leaves (takana); 50 g enoki mushrooms; 1 piece dried shiitake mushroom (soaked in 1 cup water, stock reserved); 1/4 cup shiitake water; 3 cm pc carrots; 2 pieces scallions; 1/4 piece yellow onion; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 teaspoons water

Servings: persons

150 g thinly sliced pork (Tonkatsu cut)
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon sake
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
30 g mustard, leaves (takana)
50 g enoki mushrooms
1 piece dried shiitake mushroom (soaked in 1 cup water, stock reserved)
1/4 cup shiitake water
3 cm pc carrots
2 pieces scallions
1/4 piece yellow onion
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons water

1
Slice the pork into 2-cm strips then marinate it with the grated ginger, sake, soy sauce and sesame oil for 30 minutes.
2
Drain the shiitake then remove the stem. Slice the head thinly. Chop the onion and the scallions. Slice the carrot into thin strips.
3
Mix the pork and vegetables in a microwave-safe bowl then cover/wrap it with a microwave-safe kitchen wrap. Put in the microwave then cook for 5 minutes using 600W.
4
Take out from the microwave then add the cornstarch water then mix.
5
Put back the cover/wrap then microwave for 1 minute. Let it stand for 2 minutes before taking the cover.
6
Mix well before serving.

161

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 150 g thinly sliced pork (Tonkatsu cut), 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1 tablespoon sake, 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Japanese Takana Pork - Microwave Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!