Winter Melon and Ground Meat Simmer Recipe

Name: Winter Melon and Ground Meat Simmer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 450 grams Winter melon--skin removed; 100 grams Ground pork; 1 Ginger (tubed type); 1 Vegetable oil; 1 tsp Granulated dashi stock; 1 1/2 tbsp Sugar; 1 tbsp Usukuchi soy sauce; 1 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 pinch Salt; 1 dash Katakuriko slurry

Servings: persons

1
Cut the winter melon.
2
Liberally cut the skin and use a spoon to remove the seeds.
3
Spread a little oil in a pan and heat the pork while spreading it out (add the ginger and cook as well).
4
Add the winter melon and 300 ml of water.
5
Add the dashi stock and sugar and boil for 5-6 minutes over medium heat.
6
Add the soy sauce and salt (the winter melon should become transparent).
7
Pour in a katakuriko slurry to thicken and it's done (adjust the thickness to your preference).
8
Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy.
9
Add onions as a topping, if you like.

333

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 450 grams Winter melon--skin removed, 100 grams Ground pork, 1 Ginger (tubed type), 1 Vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Winter Melon and Ground Meat Simmer 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!

Winter Melon and Ground Meat Simmer

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Variations & substitutions

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