Hearty and Delicious Pork and Zucchini Over Rice
A Flavorful Pork and Zucchini Rice Bowl Recipe!
A special dish created with love for my husband, this Pork and Zucchini Rice Bowl is packed with flavor and nutrition. We’ve combined tender pork with fresh zucchini, stir-fried to perfection, making it a healthy and satisfying meal that will fill you up.
Main Ingredients- Ground pork 420g
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1/2 green onion
- 1 medium onion
- 1 Korean chili pepper (optional, for a spicy kick)
- 1 red bell pepper (for color and flavor)
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 4 servings cooked rice
Sauce- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to nourish your body with a delicious and healthy Pork and Zucchini Rice Bowl? It’s a satisfying meal that’s both easy to make and wonderfully filling.
Step 2
First, let’s gather all our ingredients. Prepare the ground pork, a thoroughly washed zucchini, green onion, onion, and the Korean chili pepper and red bell pepper for a touch of spice and vibrant color. It’s best to remove the seeds from the peppers and chop them finely.
Step 3
Wash the zucchini well and then slice it into half-moons or bite-sized pieces. In a deep pan, add a little cooking oil and gently sauté the chopped green onion over low heat until its fragrance is released, creating aromatic green onion oil. Once fragrant, add the sliced zucchini and stir-fry together over medium heat. It’s important to cook the zucchini until it becomes slightly translucent and tender.
Step 4
Once the zucchini is partially cooked, add the prepared ground pork. Increase the heat to high and stir-fry quickly to cook the pork. Break up any clumps of pork as you stir-fry, ensuring it’s evenly cooked. Continue to cook until the pork is no longer pink.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili powder) and stir-fry it with the pork. Stir-frying chili powder in oil really enhances its flavor, making the dish even more delicious. Be careful not to burn it, and stir-fry for about 1 minute.
Step 6
Now, add the chopped Korean chili pepper and red bell pepper and stir-fry them with the other ingredients. The spicy aroma and vibrant colors from the peppers will add a wonderful depth of flavor to the rice bowl. Stir-fry for just about 30 seconds.
Step 7
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce and stir-fry everything together again until well combined. The savory umami from the oyster sauce will elevate the flavors of all the ingredients. Continue to cook for another minute to allow the sauce to meld with the ingredients.
Step 8
This next step is optional, but it will truly enhance the aroma of your rice bowl. Take 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds and lightly crush them in a mini mortar and pestle or a small grinder. Freshly crushed sesame seeds release a much stronger, nutty fragrance, making your dish even more delightful.
Step 9
The stir-fried pork and zucchini mixture can be transferred to a separate bowl and set aside to cool slightly. This will make it perfect for spooning over rice. Even on its own, this stir-fry makes an excellent side dish for rice.
Step 10
Prepare 4 servings of warm, fluffy steamed rice. Fill your serving bowls generously with the perfectly cooked rice.
Step 11
Generously spoon the freshly stir-fried pork and zucchini mixture over the warm rice. The appetizing colors of the just-cooked ingredients will surely whet your appetite.
Step 12
Finally, sprinkle a good amount of the freshly crushed toasted sesame seeds over the top. Your delicious Pork and Zucchini Rice Bowl is now complete! Mix everything together and enjoy this delightful meal.
Step 13
Made with fresh, in-season zucchini, this rice bowl is not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious, making it a dish the whole family will adore. You’ll find yourself finishing this hearty bowl in no time!
