Sweet and Spicy Glazed Pork Cubes
Transform your dinner table with these irresistible Sweet and Spicy Glazed Pork Cubes—a perfect harmony of tender pork shoulder or belly coated in a luscious, flavor-packed glaze. This quick and easy recipe features a mouthwatering blend of soy sauce, honey, chili garlic sauce, and sesame oil, balanced with a hint of rice vinegar for tanginess and a touch of brown sugar for caramelized sweetness. The dish achieves its signature glossy finish with a cornstarch slurry, making every bite sticky and satisfying. Perfectly seared for a golden crust, these pork cubes are garnished with toasted sesame seeds and freshly sliced green onions, adding vibrant texture and flavor. Enjoy them as a bold appetizer or serve over steamed rice with vegetables for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is an unforgettable fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that will leave everyone reaching for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams pork shoulder or pork belly
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (e.g., vegetable oil)
Instructions
Cut the pork shoulder or pork belly into 1-inch cubes, trimming excess fat if necessary. Pat the cubes dry with a paper towel and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, chili garlic sauce, minced garlic, ginger, and sesame oil to create the glaze.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry, which will help thicken the glaze later.
Preheat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the neutral oil.
Sear the pork cubes in the hot skillet until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan. Once browned, remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and pour the prepared glaze into the skillet. Bring the glaze to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the glaze and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
Return the browned pork cubes to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the glaze.
Cook for another 3-5 minutes, ensuring the pork is fully cooked and the flavors meld together.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the pork cubes with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
Serve immediately as an appetizer, or pair with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.3 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 585 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 465 mg | 10% | |
*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.
