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Weeknight • Pork

Savory Pork and Rice Bowls

Quick-cooking ground pork seasoned with an umami-rich sauce, served over fluffy rice with fresh garnishes.

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Savory Pork and Rice Bowls

These Savory Pork and Rice Bowls are the definition of a fast, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying weeknight meal. Ground pork cooks up in a flash, absorbing a delicious savory sauce that’s perfect over a bed of warm rice. Add some fresh, crunchy garnishes, and you’ve got a balanced and utterly delicious dinner that comes together with minimal fuss. Your taste buds (and your busy schedule) will thank you!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or other chili garlic sauce (optional, to taste)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

For Serving

  • 4 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-9 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

  2. Step 2

    Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger (if using) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and sriracha (if using). Pour the sauce over the pork mixture in the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the pork.

  4. Step 4

    Remove from heat and stir in the sesame oil.

  5. Step 5

    Assemble bowls: Divide cooked rice among four bowls. Top generously with the savory pork mixture. Garnish with sliced green onions, shredded carrots, chopped cucumber, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, if desired.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips

  • Any ground meat (chicken, turkey, or beef) can be used instead of pork.
  • Add a fried egg on top for extra richness and protein!
  • Prep your veggies and sauce while the pork is browning to make this dish even quicker.

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