Pork with Soy Sauce and Sesame Glaze
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Pork with Soy Sauce and Sesame Glaze recipe, a perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. Tender pork medallions are seared to golden perfection and coated in a luscious glaze made with soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and a touch of garlic and ginger for a burst of umami. Finished with a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish combines bold Asian-inspired flavors with a touch of elegance. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or small gatherings. Pair it with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a delightful and satisfying meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Slice the pork tenderloin into 1-inch thick medallions.
Season both sides of the pork with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced ginger, minced garlic, and brown sugar until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
Place the pork medallions into the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium. Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture into the same skillet and bring to a simmer.
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens into a glaze (about 1-2 minutes).
Return the cooked pork to the skillet, tossing to coat each piece evenly with the glaze.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the pork and stir gently to incorporate.
Serve the pork hot, garnished with sliced green onions. Pair with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1407 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.3 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 30.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 308 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 5036 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.8 g | ||
| Protein | 120.0 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2522 mg | 54% | |
*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.
