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Moyashi Itame

A fast Japanese stir-fry featuring crisp mung bean sprouts and thin slices of pork cooked in a savory garlic and soy sauce blend.

15 minEasyServes 2180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 oz sliced pork belly, sliced
  • 12 oz mung bean sprouts, rinsed
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sake
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, ground

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wide skillet or wok over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 4 oz sliced sliced pork belly, stir-frying until pork reaches 145°F internally.

  3. 3

    Add 12 oz rinsed mung bean sprouts and toss rapidly for 1 minute to maintain crunch.

  4. 4

    Pour in 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp sake, then season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper before serving immediately.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Moyashi Itame reach?

For Moyashi Itame, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for sake in Moyashi Itame?

The entry for Moyashi Itame calls for 1 tbsp sake. In its place: Dry sherry or a dry white wine does the same job. For no alcohol, use water or light stock with a few drops of rice vinegar.

Can I make Moyashi Itame gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Moyashi Itame is 1 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Moyashi Itame low-carb?

A serving of Moyashi Itame carries 6 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 30 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 6 percent.

Does Moyashi Itame contain sesame?

Yes: 1 tbsp sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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