Cooking Pork Teriyaki The Panlasang Pinoy Way: A Step-by-step Guide

Pork teriyaki is a beloved Japanese dish that has become a staple in many Filipino households. Its sweet and savory flavors, along with its tender and juicy pork, make it a crowd-pleaser. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the steps on how to cook pork teriyaki panlasang pinoy, a Filipino-style version of this classic dish.

Ingredients

• 1 pound pork loin, cut into thin slices
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup mirin (Japanese rice wine)
• 2 tablespoons sake (Japanese rice wine)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green onion, sliced
• Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Marinate the Pork: In a large bowl, combine the pork slices with the soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sake, honey, ginger, and garlic. Stir well to coat the pork evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.

2. Cook the Pork: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork slices and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

3. Make the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the remaining marinade ingredients (soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sake, honey) with the green onion. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until thickened.

4. Glaze the Pork: Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked pork and stir to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the glaze has caramelized and the pork is heated through.

5. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds (optional) and serve immediately with rice or noodles.

Variations

• Spicy Pork Teriyaki: Add a teaspoon of chili powder or gochujang to the teriyaki sauce for a spicy kick.
• Ginger-Garlic Pork Teriyaki: Use 1 tablespoon each of grated ginger and minced garlic instead of 1/2 tablespoon of each.
• Pineapple Pork Teriyaki: Add 1/2 cup of chopped pineapple to the teriyaki sauce for a sweet and tangy flavor.

Tips

• For a more tender pork, marinate it for longer.
• Use high-quality soy sauce for the best flavor.
• Cook the pork over high heat to get a nice sear.
• Don’t overcook the pork, or it will become tough.
• Serve the pork teriyaki with your favorite sides, such as rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between mirin and sake?
A: Mirin is a sweet Japanese rice wine that is used in cooking to add sweetness and depth of flavor. Sake is a dry Japanese rice wine that is used for drinking or cooking.

Q: Can I use regular sugar instead of brown sugar?
A: Yes, you can use regular sugar, but brown sugar will give the teriyaki sauce a richer flavor.

Q: How can I make the teriyaki sauce thicker?
A: You can simmer the teriyaki sauce for longer to thicken it, or you can add a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water).