Pork (Yuk Sung) & Nori Rice Bowl
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This pork (yuk sung) and nori rice bowl is a perfect just-add-water meal for outdoor adventures. The combination of sweet pork floss, savoury nori, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds creates a harmonious blend of flavours, making for a quick, satisfying, and delicious meal off the grid.Â
Cooking method: Just add water
Approximate dry weight (per serving):Â 84g
Dietary preferences:Â dairy-free*Â
Macronutrients (per serving):
Carb Energy
51.4g | 206 kcal
Protein Power
13g | 52 kcal
Fat Fuel
5.4g | 49 kcal
Learn more about the importance of macronutrients in your outdoor adventure meal plan
Pork & Nori Rice Bowl Ingredients
Before you go running to the store, let me give you the inside scoop on the key ingredients:
Dried Pork Floss (Yuk Sung)
Invented in: China (pork floss)
Native to: Europe & Asia (pig/pork)
Top 3 nutrients: protein, fat, sodium
Pork floss is a dried meat product with a light and fluffy texture similar to cotton. It is made by stewing pork in a sweetened soy sauce mixture, then shredding and drying the meat until it becomes airy and crisp. Pork floss can typically be found in the international aisles of most grocery stores.
Instant Rice (white)
Native to: Southeast Asia (white rice)
Top 3 nutrients: carbs, thiamine, iron
Instant rice is the base of this quick meal. I prefer the flavour and quick cooking abilities with white instant rice. You can use brown instant rice, however, know that the texture of the rice will be chewier and have a hint of nuttiness. Keep in mind, instant brown rice needs to be cooked longer than white rice.Â
Nori (dried seaweed)
Native to: East Asia
Top 3 nutrients: iodine, vitamin B12, vitamin A
You can use full sized nori sheets or snack sized nori. For one serving of this recipe, you’ll need half of one full size nori sheet, or 3 snack size.Â
Sesame Seeds
Native to: Africa & India
Top 3 nutrients: healthy fats, protein, calcium
Feel free to use white and/or black sesame seeds.
- White Sesame Seeds: Have a milder, more subtle flavor and aroma. They are slightly sweeter and less intense than black sesame seeds.
- Black Sesame Seeds: Have a stronger, nuttier flavor and more pronounced aroma. They are often described as having a deeper, earthier taste.
Bouillon Powder
Top 3 nutrients: sodium, amino acids, minerals
I recommend pork bouillon to best complement the pork floss and other flavours, however, any bouillon you have will do.
Garlic Powder
Native to: Central Asia (garlic)Â
Top 3 nutrients: allicin, vitamin C, manganese
Although you can use either, I recommend using garlic powder over garlic salt. Garlic powder is purely garlic, which provides a notable garlic flavour. Garlic salt, on the other hand has a milder flavour and added sodium (which isn’t needed for this dish as the bouillon provides more than enough)
Ginger Powder
Native to: Southeast Asia (ginger root)
Top 3 nutrients: gingerol, vitamin C, potassium
I have no particular shopping notes for ginger powder… so how about an interesting fact? Gingeral, the primary nutrient in ginger, not only provides the unique and distinct flavour of ginger, but is known to be an antioxidant and antiflammatory.Â
Chili Flakes
Native to: Central & South America (chili peppers)
Top 3 nutrients: capsaicin, vitamin C, vitamin A
Dried chili flakes are optional (but highly recommended for a little kick!)Â
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Storage Instructions
Here are some tips to help you maximize the shelf life of your Pork & Nori Rice Bowls:
- Keep stored in a sealable container or bag
- Vacuum sealing can extend the shelf life by up to three times its normal duration! This is useful if you’re prepping lots for longer term use.Â
- Store in a cool, dry and dark place. For longer term storage, it’s recommended to keep stored in the freezer (especially if not vacuum sealed)
When you take these measures, your Pork & Nori Rice Bowls can last for several months.
Preparing:
Combine all ingredients in a sealable bag or container – that’s it!
Cooking:
Cooking Pork & Nori Rice Bowls is especially quick and easy because it uses instant rice and doesn’t have any ingredients that require a long soaking period.Â
Per serving:
- Add 3/4 cup water and stir (per serving)Â
- Bring to a boil (remove from heat once boiling)Â
- Stir and let sit for 5-7 minutes
- Stir & enjoy
Rehydrating Tips:
- Use a container with a lid to contain as much heat as possible… Have a packable insulated container? Even better.Â
More "Just Add Water" recipes that don't require a dehydrator:
Can I use brown instant rice?
You can use brown instant rice, however, know that the texture of the rice will be chewier and have a hint of nuttiness. Keep in mind, instant brown rice needs to be cooked longer than white rice.Â
Pork & Nori Rice Bowl
This pork (yuk sung) and nori rice bowl is a perfect just-add-water meal for outdoor adventures. The combination of sweet pork floss, savoury nori, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds creates a harmonious blend of flavours, making for a quick, satisfying, and delicious meal off the grid.Â
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup instant rice
- 1/3 cup pork floss
- 1/2 sheet nori about 3 snack size sheets
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp bouillon powder pork recommended
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ginger powder
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes, optional
Instructions
Preparing meal:
- 1. Cut or tear nori sheets into small pieces
- 2. Combine all ingredients in a sealable container
- Optional: skip adding the nori for now and save it to add on top after cooking for a crunchier texture (see below)
Cooking meal:
- 1. Add 3/4 cup water and stir
- 2. Bring to a boil; remove from heat once boiling
- 3. Stir and let sit for 5-7 minutes
- 4. Stir & enjoy!
- Optional: Add the nori strips after sitting for 5-7 minutes for a crunchier textured topping
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 303kcalCarbohydrates: 51.4gProtein: 13gFat: 5.4gSaturated Fat: 1.3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 1164mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 8.1g
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