Japanese Pork Sate
Elevate your grilling game with this Japanese Pork Sate recipe, a mouthwatering fusion of tender pork loin and bold Japanese flavors. Marinated in a savory-sweet blend of soy sauce, mirin, sake, garlic, and ginger, the pork is skewered and grilled to perfection, achieving smoky charred edges and juicy bites. This quick and easy dish, ready in just an hour, includes key garnishes like toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions for a burst of texture and aroma. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main course, this recipe is incredibly versatile and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or a crisp salad. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply craving a Japanese twist on sate, this recipe will impress every guest and satisfy your taste buds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Pork loin
- 60 milliliters Soy sauce
- 30 milliliters Mirin
- 30 milliliters Sake
- 15 grams Sugar
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 15 milliliters Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks Green onions, finely sliced for garnish
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds, toasted
- 10 pieces Wooden skewers
Instructions
Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
Slice the pork loin into thin strips approximately 1 inch wide and 3-4 inches long.
In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and vegetable oil to create the marinade.
Add the pork slices to the marinade and mix well to ensure all the pieces are coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated pork slices onto the soaked skewers, making sure the meat is evenly distributed.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the pork is fully cooked and slightly charred. Baste the pork with any remaining marinade while grilling for extra flavor.
Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 2-3 minutes.
Arrange the skewers on a serving plate and garnish with finely sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Serve the Japanese Pork Sate warm as a snack, appetizer, or main course, paired with steamed rice or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.0 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 665 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.8 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 625 mg | 13% | |
*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.
