Cantonese rice with pork and vegetables, Nikkei sauce: chef's recipe


Cantonese Rice with Pork and Vegetables Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 pound boneless pork, cut into small pieces
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Cook the rice according to package directions and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over high heat. Add the pork and stir-fry until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and sauté the garlic, onion, and carrot until they are tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the frozen peas and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the beaten eggs and scramble them with the vegetables, until they are cooked through.
  6. Add the cooked rice into the skillet with the vegetables and eggs, then add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until heated through and the rice is coated in the sauce.
  7. Serve the Cantonese rice with the cooked pork on top. Optional garnishes include green onions, cilantro, or sesame seeds.

Nikkei Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon miso paste
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the ginger, garlic, honey, miso paste, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  2. Slowly pour in the vegetable oil while continuing to whisk, until the sauce is emulsified and all ingredients are well combined.
  3. Store the Nikkei sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Verdict and Serving Suggestions:

The Cantonese Rice with Pork and Vegetables is a classic dish that is loved for its flavor and simplicity. The Nikkei Sauce is a perfect accompaniment with its tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. This meal can be a perfect lunch or dinner. It can be served with some fresh vegetables, a side of pickled ginger, and a glass of white wine to make it a complete meal.


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