Japanese Pork Skewers with Umami Glaze
Delicious Japanese-inspired pork skewers with a rich umami glaze, perfect for a quick and easy dinner. This recipe combines the flavors of Japan with the convenience of a simple marinade.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ●2 tablespoons Japanese rice vinegar
- ●2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- ●1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- ●1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
- ●2 cloves Garlic, minced
- ●1 teaspoon Umami seasoning
- ●1 tablespoon Sugar
- ●1/4 cup Green onions, chopped
- ●10-12 Skewers, bamboo
Instructions
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1. In a large bowl, whisk together Japanese rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, umami seasoning, and sugar.
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2. Add the pork cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
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3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated pork onto the bamboo skewers.
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4. Grill the pork skewers for 8-10 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
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5. While the pork is cooking, prepare the glaze by whisking together 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl.
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6. Brush the glaze onto the pork skewers during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
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7. Remove the pork skewers from the grill and garnish with chopped green onions.
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8. Serve the pork skewers hot with additional glaze on the side, if desired.