Pork with sesame – recipe and benefits

Pork with sesame is a dish where two ingredients create a perfect harmony. Tender, juicy pork pairs beautifully with crunchy sesame seeds, which add a delicate nutty aroma and rich flavor. This sesame pork recipe will impress even the most sophisticated gourmets and is sure to delight anyone who tries it. Best of all, it doesn’t require much time, effort, or exotic ingredients.

Sesame seeds not only enhance the taste of pork but also add nutritional value. Sesame (sesamum indicum) is rich in potassium and calcium — essential elements for healthy bones and joints. It also contains magnesium, which helps the body absorb these minerals properly.

Sesame is loaded with antioxidants like retinol and sesamol. They protect cells from free radicals and slow down the aging process. In addition, unsaturated fatty acids in sesame are vital for metabolism and for maintaining healthy, glowing skin.

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Ingredients (for 3 servings of sesame pork)

For prepare you need:

• 600 g pork tenderloin;
• 2 large onions;
• 50 g white sesame seeds;
• 30 g flour;
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying);
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (or a bit more to taste);
• 1 pinch sugar;
• 1 pinch salt;
• 1 pinch black pepper;
• 4–5 green onion stalks;
• 200 ml water;

Step-by-step cooking instructions

Rinse the pork, pat it dry with a kitchen towel, and cut into bite-sized cubes. Peel the onions, wash, and slice into rings or half-rings.

Place the pork in a bowl, add flour, and mix well so each piece is evenly coated. Heat a pan over medium heat, add vegetable oil, then the pork and onion. Fry for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until a light golden crust forms.

Add water, salt, sugar, pepper, and sesame seeds. Stir well, cover, and simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes until most of the liquid evaporates. Pour in the soy sauce, fry the pork for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Chop the green onions and sprinkle over the dish before serving.

Cooking notes:

For frying, it’s best to use oils with a high smoke point, such as camelina oil or sesame oil. You can find a wide selection of high-quality oils and even a ready-made «Perfect frying set» at CraftOil — your go-to store for healthy, flavorful, and natural products.