Pork Recipe
Make Pork Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pork Marinade
For Cooking
Method
Marinating the Pork
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- 2
Marinate the Pork
Add the pork shoulder to the marinade, ensuring it is completely submerged. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Cooking the Pork
- 3
Preheat the Pan
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4
Sear the Pork
Remove the pork from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off. Sear the pork shoulder in the hot oil, cooking each side until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- 5
Cook through
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the remaining marinade to the pan and cover. Cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until the pork is tender and cooked through, turning occasionally.
- 6
Finish and Garnish
Once cooked, remove the pork from the skillet and let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice the pork and serve garnished with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.