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Honey Garlic Pork Rice Bowl

Honey Garlic Pork Rice Bowl
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The Honey Garlic Pork Rice Bowl is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender pork glazed in a luscious honey garlic sauce, served over fluffy jasmine or basmati rice. This quick and easy recipe balances sweet, savory, and hearty flavors, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or family meals. Adaptable and family-friendly, it can be customized with vegetables or protein alternatives while delivering a satisfying and nutritious bowl every time.

Ingredients

Protein

  • Pork shoulder or loin – 1 lb, cut into bite-sized pieces

Sauce

  • Honey – 1/4 cup
  • Garlic – 3 cloves, minced
  • Soy sauce – 1/4 cup (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
  • Water – 2 tablespoons

Rice

  • Jasmine or basmati rice – 1 cup, rinsed

Others

  • Vegetable oil – 2 tablespoons
  • Green onions – 2, sliced for garnish
  • Optional vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, snap peas) – 1 cup, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Rice: Rinse your choice of rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then cook it according to package instructions until fluffy and grains are separate.
  2. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce: In a bowl, combine the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and water. Stir well to create a balanced sauce ready for glazing the pork.
  3. Cook the Pork: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding, searing them until browned and nearly cooked through to develop a caramelized crust.
  4. Glaze the Pork: Pour the honey garlic sauce over the pork in the skillet. Allow it to simmer gently, thickening and coating the pork evenly with a glossy finish.
  5. Assemble the Bowl: Place a generous serving of cooked rice in a bowl. Top with the honey garlic pork and garnish with sliced green onions and optional vegetables for color and added texture.

Notes

  • Choose pork shoulder or loin for the best tenderness and flavor absorption.
  • Cook pork in batches to ensure proper browning, avoiding steaming.
  • Use fresh garlic minced just before cooking for optimal aroma.
  • Adjust honey quantity gradually to control the sweetness level.
  • Simmer sauce longer if you prefer a thicker, stickier glaze.

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Keywords: honey garlic pork, pork rice bowl, quick dinner, weeknight meal, family-friendly, gluten-free, Asian inspired

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