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20-Min Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice Bowl

Ground pork simmered in a glossy soy-and-sugar glaze over steamed rice, topped with soft-boiled egg and sautéed greens. Classic lu rou fan comfort in under 20 minutes.

Total time
18 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
28g
20-Min Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice Bowl
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add eggs and cook 6 minutes until yolks set but still slightly soft.

  2. Step 2

    Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Brown ground pork, breaking it up with a spoon, 4 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Add soy sauce and sugar to the pork. Simmer 2 minutes, stirring, until glossy and caramelized.

  4. Step 4

    Add chopped greens to the same skillet. Stir 1 minute until wilted.

  5. Step 5

    Divide warm rice between bowls. Top with braised pork and greens. Peel and halve the soft-boiled egg and nestle on top.

Tools you’ll need

  • medium skillet
  • small pot
  • spoon for breaking up meat
  • bowls for serving

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