Tonteki (Japanese Pork Steak)
Experience the delightful combination of pork and garlic flavors in Tonteki, complemented by a rich sauce. By incorporating Western elements into Japanese cuisine, this dish offers a unique twist on traditional Japanese flavors.
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Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 boneless pork loin chops (about 5.3 oz/150 g each, thickness: 0.6 inch/1.5cm or more)
- - pinch of salt (for the pork)
- - pinch of ground black pepper (for the pork)
- 4.2 oz green cabbage (for a side)
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.17 oz butter
Seasonings:
- 1 ½ Tbsp Japanese Worcestershire sauce (such as Kagome or Bull-Dog brand)
- ½ Tbsp mirin
- ½ tsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
Instructions
- Cut cabbage into thin strips in advance to serve as a side.
- Mix seasonings (Japanese Worcestershire sauce, mirin, sugar, and soy sauce) in a small bowl.
- Make several slits along the border between the lean and fatty parts of the pork with the tip of a knife. Then, sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat oil in a pan over low heat and add the garlic slices. Once the slices have turned golden brown, set them aside.
- Put the pork in the pan and cook over medium heat until the surface is browned. Then, flip it over and continue cooking until cooked through.
- Add the seasoning mixture and butter to the pan, and let it simmer for about 30 seconds.
- Remove the pork from the pan and slice it into ⅘-inch (2cm) pieces.
- Serve the pork slices on plates with the shredded cabbage on the side. Pour the sauce from the pan over the pork, and sprinkle the garlic chips on top.
Notes
- You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 485kcal
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