Teriyaki Pork Recipes is a family favorite dish that I make for my loved ones in specials. It is so easy to make and the flavors create a perfect combination of sweet and savory that everyone will love. Just marinate the pork with a combination of soy sauce and, then grill until the meat is tender and delicious! The best part about this dish is that it can be served as a side dish just like any other recipe you want, or in its own right as an accompaniment.
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How To Make The Best Teriyaki Sauce For Pork?
This recipe will show you how to make the best teriyaki sauce for pork. You can use this as a marinade or dipping sauce and it is very versatile. You can also substitute other vegetables, meats, or seafood for this recipe.
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Teriyaki Sauce Ingredients for Pork
- 1/4 cup soy sauce.
- 1/4 cup sake.
- Sugar [or brown sugar] in the amount of 1/4 cup.
- 2 tablespoons sesame seed oil [optional].
Instructions for making teriyaki sauce for pork
- Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
- Stirring occasionally, bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes (do not boil).
- Before serving, cool and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours.
- Grill your pork on a barbecue or in a pan with a little oil over medium-high heat until golden brown on all sides.
- Brush with the sauce.
- Depending on the barbecue or pan, you can cook the pork for 1-2 hours. This takes longer than on a regular grill.
- If desired, slice and serve with salad greens and vegetables.
- If desired, coat the sliced pork in the sauce and finish cooking on a barbecue or pan until heated through to your liking.
- Serve with white rice.
- Any leftover sauce may be frozen for use later.
Enjoy, and remember to drink lots of water after your workout. You will be amazed at how well it will make you feel!
Instructions for making teriyaki sauce for pork
Useful knowledge: How to make Teriyaki sauce without honey and things to note
Tips & Tricks for teriyaki sauce for pork
- This teriyaki sauce recipe can be used for other meat, seafood, and vegetables.
- You can also use this as a marinade for pork or chicken if you do not want steak/chicken strips in your teriyaki sauce for pork.
- For a variety of uses, this recipe is great.
- This is the most “used” recipe in my home.
7 Best Teriyaki Pork Recipe
I think it’s such a shame if we have a delicious teriyaki pork sauce but no dish to go with it. The following recipes for teriyaki pork will rock your dinner!
Teriyaki pork in the slow cooker
A good teriyaki pork recipe can be hard to come by! I have sampled a few from various restaurants and they are pretty close in taste, but it’s hard to nail it down. Slow cooks are great for simple, one-pot meals. These pork teriyakis are made in one pan and cooked low and slow in the crockpot.
Teriyaki pork in the slow cooker
Teriyaki pork ingredients in the slow cooker
- 4 pork chops (I like shoulder, but you can use any cut you like).
- 1 1/2 cups teriyaki sauce.
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar.
- 1 tsp ground ginger.
- 1 tsp pepper.
Instructions for making Teriyaki pork with a slow cooker
- Slow-cook the pork chops.
- In a separate bowl, mix together teriyaki sauce, sugar, ginger, and pepper.
- Pour mixture over the meat. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
Note: You can also make this recipe on the stovetop.
Tips & tricks for Teriyaki Pork in the Slow Cooker
- Pork chops are pretty cheap, so this makes for a good meal on a budget! About 4 people can be fed this recipe.
- Usually, I don’t roll the meat in the sauce because it gets soggy and falling apart. However, rolling them in the sauce is perfect for this dish because it keeps the meat moist and adds another layer of flavor.
- I like to serve mine with some stir fry veggies or broccoli.
- This dish is great for tailgating or camping!
Teriyaki pork roast
Are you tired of eating the same old meat and potatoes? We are too! That’s why we devised a little teriyaki pork roast recipe, just for you. Complete with directions on how to make it, this recipe is sure to be your new favorite dish. So what are you waiting for? Get your cooking hat on and get started!
Teriyaki pork roast
Teriyaki Roasted Pork Ingredients
- 1 whole loin of pork roast.
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning.
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar.
Instructions for making a teriyaki pork roast
- Place all ingredients in a saucepan and add enough water to cover the meat. The mixture should be brought to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 1-1/2 hours, or until the meat is completely done.
- Remove pork roast from the pan and keep warm while you slice into it using a sharp knife (a serrated knife is ideal for this). If desired, top with your favorite BBQ sauce.
- You can also bring a pork roast to your local deli and have it sliced into steaks (or sandwiches), or you could slice it yourself at home, use the rest for a warm sandwich, or put it on your own pizza!
- Serve with side dishes like corn on the cob, potato salad, coleslaw, cornbread, or a fresh green salad.
- For other great pork recipes, look below.
- This is a favorite dish around the world and is commonly found in Japanese cuisine. This dish is most commonly made with beef but pork can be substituted in times of need or when you want a lighter dish.
Tips & tricks for teriyaki roast pork
The thickness of the pork roast is important in this dish because you are cooking it for a long time. Make sure that you choose one that is not too thin so that it can stand up to the high heat.
You will want to slice this into very thin pieces once it is done cooking and while it is warm. The best way to get a nice, thin slice is by using a sharp knife and keeping your cuts shallow. You can also use a serrated knife to get a nice, clean slice.
Compliment this dish with a side of corn on the cob and either mashed potatoes or rice, depending on what type of meal you would like to make.
Teriyaki pork in crock pot
Teaching kids about teriyaki pork in a crockpot can be a chore. This complicated dish is a long list of ingredients that can feel daunting to even the savviest cook on your block. But with our simple tips and tricks, you’ll be saying goodbye to bland, mushy teriyaki chicken in no time.
Teriyaki pork in crock pot
Teriyaki pork ingredients in crockpot
- Crockpot or instant pot.
- 1 ½ to 2 lbs of boneless, skinless pork loin chops. We used a rack of pork loin chops, but you could use bone-in pork chops, too. You should aim for a similar size for each one.
- 3 cups of your favorite Kikkoman brand teriyaki sauce (we like ours flavored with ginger and garlic).
- Add a teaspoon of kosher salt (optional).
- ½ tsp of black pepper (optional).
Instructions for making teriyaki pork in crockpot
- Place all ingredients in your crockpot or Instant Pot (both work just fine).
- Turn your crockpot or Instant Pot to high and cook for 4 hours, or until meat is falling apart with a fork.
- Remove pork from crockpot using tongs and shred using two forks. Cook until meat is hot, not cooked through with the bone still in it.
- Serve with rice, noodles, or in a wrap. This is great on ciabatta rolls, too.
Tips & tricks for teriyaki pork in crockpot
- If you add salt and pepper, it will make an even juicier result. If you buy pork chops that are thicker than 1 ½ inches, they will likely take longer to cook. Make sure you check the internal temperature regularly using a meat thermometer.
- If you have a little more time, don’t forget to make our homemade teriyaki sauce! We like ours flavored with ginger and garlic. It’s not hard to make at all, and it tastes better than Kikkoman ever could.
Teriyaki pork belly
If you’ve never made teriyaki pork belly before, the process is not complicated. To cook incredible teriyaki pork belly, all you need are two ingredients: soy sauce and brown sugar.
Teriyaki pork belly
Teriyaki pork belly ingredients
- 2.5 pounds boneless pork belly
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
Instructions for making teriyaki pork belly
- Heat up the grill and coat with oil.
- Cut your pork belly into 8 pieces (this will be 4 thin ones and 4 thick ones). Put a piece of pork belly in the middle of each section of your slow cooker and pour soy sauce on top evenly. Set the lid on top for 30 minutes at low heat (high heat will cause the meat to burn which is not good).
- Remove from slow cooker, let cool down, and then cut into 1/2 inch thick pieces.
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix the brown sugar with 1/2 cup of soy sauce.
- Add the cuts back to the slow cooker and sprinkle with brown sugar-soy sauce mixture. Set the lid on top again and turn the heat to high for 30 minutes at this point.
- In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup of soy sauce and 1/4 cup of brown sugar.
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and cut it into thin strips again. Heat up a saucepan and pour in the mixture you just made. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until it thickens (do not overcook).
- Add 2-3 tbsp of the mixture to each serving of pork belly.
- Sesame seeds should be sprinkled on top when serving.
Tips & tricks for teriyaki pork belly
- If you want to cook the meat faster, reduce cooking time but make sure to simmer on high heat for longer than usual.
- To make your own teriyaki sauce, just mix soy sauce and brown sugar and simmer until thick.
- If you are looking for alternatives to the ingredients, try soy sauce, honey, or mirin.
- You can also buy packets of teriyaki sauce and use that instead of making your own. These tend to work well too!
5. Teriyaki pork tenderloin instant pot
Teriyaki pork tenderloin instant pot. It’s one of life’s simplest pleasures that often gets overlooked. And now, even easier than ever to make. Just throw all the ingredients in your instant pot and let it do all the work.
Teriyaki pork tenderloin instant pot
Ingredients teriyaki pork tenderloin instant pot:
- 1 lb pork tenderloin (trimmed off excess fat).
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce.
- 2 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce. or 4-5 drops of liquid aminos.
- Optional: 3 Tbsp cornstarch dissolved in 1 Tbsp water to thicken.
- Dip sauce: Teriyaki sauce. Homemade teriyaki sauce can also be made.
Instructions for making teriyaki pork tenderloin instant pot
- Turn your instant pot on, hit the saute button.
- Add pork to the insert and brown on all sides for about 5 minutes. About 2-3 minutes per side.
- Shut off saute button.
- Pour in teriyaki sauce and soy sauce (or liquid aminos).
- Secure lid and set to manual for 15 minutes.
- When the timer is up, allow the pot to release pressure naturally. Do not open until pressure has been released. 7.) Once all pressure has been released, remove pork from the pot and slice thinly.
- Place sliced pork back into the sauce, cover with a lid and allow to simmer for another 5-10 minutes in your instant pot on the saute mode.
- Optional: Thicken sauce with cornstarch and water mixture for a more traditional teriyaki consistency if desired.
Tips & tricks for teriyaki pork tenderloin instant pot
- Remove as much visible fat from the pork tenderloin as possible before cooking.
- Place sliced pork back into the sauce, cover with a lid and allow to simmer for another 5-10 minutes in your instant pot on the saute mode.
- Optional: Thicken sauce with cornstarch and water mixture for a more traditional teriyaki consistency if desired.
6. Teriyaki pork ribs
Teriyaki pork ribs are a classic dish in Japanese cuisine and they are typically marinated and cooked with sugar, soy sauce, and mirin until tender. They are a lot of fun to make because they cook quickly! They’re delicious on their own or served with rice. These ribs go really well with sauteed sweet potatoes or veggies.
With just 3-5 ingredients you can make this dish tonight. I’m not a professional chef, but I’m pretty sure you could whip this up in your own kitchen.
Teriyaki pork ribs
Teriyaki pork ribs ingredients
- 1 lb pork ribs cut in half (aka Boston butt is great for this).
- Three dried shiitake mushrooms soaked overnight.
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar (optional).
Instructions for making teriyaki pork ribs
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large non-stick skillet, you can also use a dutch oven if you want, heat up your oil on high until it’s hot but not smoking (about 3 minutes). Place the pork in the skillet and lightly brown on each side.
- Turn off the stove and place the pan into your preheated oven to bake for about 20 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer reads 160 degrees F in the center of a tender piece of pork.
- Remove pan from oven and cover with a lid to keep the pork warm while you make your mushroom sauce.
- The grease should be poured out of the pan. Then wipe down the bottom with a paper towel, so you can deglaze it with one cup of water. Add this liquid to a pot and on low heat simmer it for 5 minutes or until it becomes thick and syrupy like maple syrup.
- Add the mushrooms and reduce to low heat for 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens even more.
- Slice the pork into pieces and serve with the mushroom sauce over rice or alongside a vegetable dish.
For the marinade: In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients except the pork and mix really well with a whisk until smooth. Pour the marinade into a freezer bag or casserole dish. Add your pork ribs to the bag or dish and mix around to coat completely with the marinade.
Tips & tricks for teriyaki pork ribs
If you’re using a dutch oven, you might want to place your rack in the pot before you add your oil or pork. If it’s a really big pan, I like to use a rack that came with my rice cooker.
I like to serve this dish alongside broccoli or sauteed cabbage because it gives it an extra kick of flavor and texture. Sometimes I’ll serve it with sweet potato fries for a more “Americanized” meal.
Teriyaki pulled pork
Teriyaki pulled pork is a favorite at any barbecue or family gathering. Whether you’ve already made some in your kitchen or are planning to make it for dinner tonight, we’ve got a delicious teriyaki pulled pork recipe that’s quick and easy to make with these tips.
Teriyaki pulled pork
Teriyaki pulled pork Ingredients
- 1/2 pound (about 1/3 kg) pork loin or tenderloin.
- 3 tablespoons of teriyaki sauce for pork.
- 3/4 cup (about 100 g) evaporated milk, 2% fat (divided).
- 1/2 cup of teriyaki sauce (Whole Foods has a good teriyaki sauce. No need to use bottled sauce.)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (The soy sauce Whole Foods has is good. You can also find it in the Asian section of your grocery store.).
Instructions for making teriyaki pulled pork
- Cook for 2 minutes on each side. Stovetop Cooking technique. We aren’t going to grill this beautiful meat because we would lose some of the natural juices. Grilled meat tends to get tough if you overcook it, so don’t grill it.
- Spray slow cooker lightly with non-stick cooking spray. (This will simplify cleanup. The meat won’t stick to the slow cooker.)
- Mix evaporated milk, 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce (Whole Foods has a good brand), and soy sauce.
- Add pork loin and mix gently. You want to make sure all sides of the meat are covered. If there are little holes in the coating, that’s fine. The meat will get even more delicious after it marinates while you make the rice and stir-fry the vegetables.
- Pour mixture over the pork loin in the slow cooker.
- Cook on HIGH for 4 hours. When done, stand one end of it up, and use a knife to check for doneness. If it’s not done yet, turn to low and cook another hour or so.
- Let sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving with extra sauce on the side. You can serve the meat at room temp or warm it up if you are eating it right away.
See more of the difference between Teriyaki Sauce vs Soy Sauce: https://food4kitchen.com/teriyaki-sauce-vs-soy-sauce/
Serve pulled pork teriyaki
- Cut the meat into 1 1/2″ chunks and transfer to a platter.
- Mix 3 tablespoons of Teriyaki Sauce with 1 cup of teriyaki sauce, and pour over meat.
- Serve patty chunks on rice or with vegetable and/or garlic rice stir fry. Think of this as an easy teriyaki pulled pork recipe that can be thrown together in your slow cooker, cooked down to fork-tender perfection.
Tips & tricks for teriyaki pulled pork
- This recipe is a great way to cook and serve any pork loin, not just the tenderloin. If you’re using a whole loin, slice it into 2″ chunks and proceed with step 6 above.
- The cooked meat can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or on low in the slow cooker. It freezes really well.
- For extra flavor bang, try adding some fresh ginger and scallion greens to the marinade in step 3.
- Remember, the meat is fork-tender when it’s done. It will fall apart as you try to lift it out of the slow cooker. Don’t be tempted to overcook.
- You don’t need a thermometer for this teriyaki pulled pork recipe, but if you want to use one, check the internal temp at end of cooking time with an instant-read thermometer.
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