Transform your routine pork stir fry with my Japanese Pork Stir Fry Sauce! Created with soy sauce, Japanese sake, and a touch of sweetness and black pepper, this sauce brings authentic Japanese flavors to stir fried pork! Quick and easy to make, it’s perfect for any meal, promising a delicious taste of Japanese stir fry flavors in every bite!
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Why I Love This Recipe
This Japanese Pork Stir Fry Sauce is a gem in my kitchen, perfectly crafted to infuse authentic Japanese flavors into any pork stir fry! Inspired by the rich flavors of my Pepper Lunch Sauce and Soy Garlic Sauce blended with the vibrant notes of my Japanese Pork Stir Fry, this itameru sauce – stir fry sauce in Japanese – blends flavors of sweetness and pepper for a savory, balanced taste!
It’s incredibly simple to whip up—all you need to do is pour it over your favorite pork and vegetable stir fry towards the end of cooking. I promise this sauce is your ticket to creating quick, flavorful meals that everyone will love! Embrace the taste of Japan tonight—it’s time to stir fry with flair!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Japanese Sake – typically will come in a large bottle labeled junmai sake. Can also substitute with dry sherry wine or Chinese cooking wine, found at local grocery stores or Asian markets. Used as the base of the sauce and mellow out the flavors.
- Soy Sauce – low-sodium Soy Sauce preferred. Can also use tamari for gluten-free. Base flavor of the stir fry sauce.
- Garlic– fresh grated garlic.
- Sweetener – use your preferred sweetener.
- Black Pepper – ground. Gives the signature flavor found in the itameru stir fry sauce.
Additional Add Ins
For an extra touch of flavor in your sauce, consider adding a pinch of grated ginger.
Directions
Step 1 Combine soy sauce, Japanese sake, sweetener, grated garlic and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
Step 2 Stir fry your mix of pork and vegetables. Add in the sauce, toss, and cook for an additional 15-30 seconds.
💡 Batch Pro Tip
Make a Bigger Batch of this sauce and Store in the Fridge. This way, you’ll have it handy whenever you’re ready to make your favorite pork stir fry!
Pairing Recommendations
This sauce is a perfect match for a variety of pork stir fry dishes. Try it with thinly sliced pork shoulder, bell peppers, and onions to create my flavorful Pork and Vegetables Stir Fry dish. For a lighter option, substitute bean sprouts in my Bean Sprouts and Pork Stir Fry or my Pork and Onion Stir Fry, both showcasing the balanced and savory flavors of this versatile itameru sauce!
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of pork works best with this sauce?
Thinly sliced pork shoulder are ideal for absorbing the flavors of this sauce. You can also use shaved pork sold at most grocery stores.
Is this sauce versatile for other dishes besides pork stir fry?
Yes, it pairs well with various stir fry dishes and can be used with different proteins like steak, sliced beef or sliced chicken.
What vegetables go well with this stir fry sauce?
I personally love to pair it with a combination of onions, bell peppers, bean sprouts, carrots, shishito peppers, corn, and green beans. These vegetables complement the savory and slightly sweet flavors of the sauce, creating a well-balanced and delicious stir fry dish.
Storage Tips
To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for 10-14 days.
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Watch How To Make It
Japanese Pork Stir Fry Sauce
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Japanese Sake
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Clove Garlic
- 2 tsp Sweetener your preferred sweetener
- 1/8 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Combine soy sauce, Japanese sake, sweetener, grated garlic, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Stir fry your mix of pork and vegetables until cooked. Pour in the sauce, stir well to coat, and cook for an additional 15-45 seconds.
Nutrition
*Values Based Per Serving
