Melted Pork Kaiseki Course
A unique fusion of Japanese flavors and textures, this kaiseki course features a melt-in-your-mouth pork dish. Perfect for special occasions or dinner parties.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Pork BellyBraised in a sweet soy sauce
- ●1/2 cup SakeFor braising pork belly
- ●1/4 cup MirinSweet Japanese cooking wine
- ●2 tablespoons Sesame OilFor serving
- ●1 tablespoon Sesame SeedsFor garnish
- ●1/4 cup Crunchy Crispy OnionsFor garnish
- ●2 tablespoons Melted Miso SauceFor serving
- ●4 Fresh ScallionsFor garnish
- ●1 cup Japanese RiceFor serving
Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
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2. In a large Dutch oven, combine pork belly, sake, mirin, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil.
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3. Braise pork belly for 2 hours, or until tender and caramelized.
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4. Meanwhile, prepare crunchy crispy onions by separating onion rings into individual straws.
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5. Fry onion straws in hot oil until crispy, then drain on paper towels.
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6. To assemble kaiseki course, place a portion of Japanese rice on a plate, followed by a slice of braised pork belly.
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7. Drizzle melted miso sauce over pork belly, then garnish with crispy onions, sesame seeds, and scallions.
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8. Serve immediately and enjoy!