Simmered Pork and Daikon Radish
Tender pork and sweet daikon simmered in a savory-sweet broth. A comforting Japanese home-style dish that's easy to make on a weeknight.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork shoulder, sliced into bite-size pieces
- 1 lb daikon radish, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp ginger, peeled and julienned
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- 1
In a large pot, combine 2 cups water, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, and 1 tbsp sugar. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
- 2
Add 1 lb pork pieces and 1 lb daikon rounds to the pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and cover.
- 3
Simmer gently until the pork is tender and the daikon is translucent, about 30 minutes. Skim any foam that rises.
- 4
Add 1 tbsp julienned ginger and simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes, until the broth has slightly reduced and flavors meld.
- 5
Serve hot in bowls, spooning the broth over the pork and daikon. Garnish with extra ginger if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot with lid
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
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