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Close-up of a rice bowl with savory pork pieces, sesame seeds, green onions, and cilantro.

Pork and Rice Bowl with Ginger

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
A flavorful rice bowl featuring savory ground pork, aromatic ginger, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables — a balanced, satisfying meal ready in under 40 minutes.
4 Servings

Ingredients

For the Bowls:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup diced white onion
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger about 1-inch piece, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 large carrot shredded
  • 1 medium cucumber thinly sliced
  • cup fresh parsley leaves
  • cup fresh basil leaves
  • cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 cup dried jasmine rice
  • 1 lime sliced, for serving
  • Sweet soy sauce for drizzling
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

For the “Dad Add” Pita Sandwich (Optional):

  • 1 pita round
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • Green leaf lettuce
  • cup leftover ginger pork mixture
  • Shredded carrot
  • Sliced cucumber
  • Sriracha optional

Instructions
 

Prepare the Rice

  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold running water until the water runs mostly clear. Place the rice in a medium saucepan and add enough water to cover it by approximately ¼ inch. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Once simmering, stir once, cover the pot, and reduce the heat to low. Allow the rice to cook gently for 8–10 minutes, or until tender. Drain any excess water if necessary, remove from heat, and let it steam, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Cook the Pork

  1. In a large skillet set over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the diced onions and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until translucent and fragrant. Add the ground pork, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook for 7–8 minutes, or until fully browned and cooked through.
  2. Once the pork is nearly done, add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and soy sauce. Stir well to combine and cook for 1–2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assemble the Rice Bowls

  1. Place ½ to ¾ cup of cooked jasmine rice into each serving bowl. Spoon ½ cup of the pork mixture over the rice. Top with sliced cucumber, shredded carrot, and a mixture of parsley, basil, and mint. Drizzle lightly with sweet soy sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Garnish with lime wedges and serve immediately.

Prepare the “Dad Add” Pita Sandwich (Optional)

  1. Warm the pita round in the microwave for 15 seconds or until soft. Cut it in half and gently open the pockets. Spread 1 tablespoon of Greek yogurt inside each half, add lettuce, ¼ cup of the reheated pork mixture, shredded carrot, and cucumber slices. Add a drizzle of sriracha, if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

To make this Pork and Rice Bowl with Ginger completely gluten-free, replace the soy sauce with tamari or certified gluten-free soy sauce. Additionally, confirm that all condiments — including sweet soy sauce — are labeled gluten-free, as some varieties may contain wheat-derived ingredients. The remainder of the recipe, including rice, vegetables, and herbs, is naturally gluten-free.
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