Sesame Soy Pork Bowls with Sriracha Mayo and Crispy Onions

Bowls have become a staple for quick and satisfying meals and this version is no exception. Loaded with savory ground pork, tender carrots and buttery lime rice, every bite is packed with flavor. The sweet soy glaze adds a rich umami depth, while the sriracha mayo brings a spicy kick that ties everything together.

Topped with crispy fried onions and fresh cilantro, these bowls are as delicious as they are beautiful. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and is sure to become a favorite.

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Ingredients

1 unit Microwavable RiceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Shredded CarrotsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1.5 ounce Sesame DressingView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon Sweet Soy GlazeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground PorkView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LimeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Crispy Fried OnionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

cup Jasmine RiceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon SrirachaView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 ounce CilantroView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 teaspoon (tsp) SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. In a small pot, combine rice, 1¼ cups water (2¼ cups for 4 servings) and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to a low simmer. Cook until rice is tender, 15-18 minutes. Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.
2. While rice cooks, wash and dry produce. Zest and quarter lime. Roughly chop cilantro. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise with Sriracha to taste.
3. Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add pork and a big pinch of salt. Cook, breaking up meat into pieces, until browned, 3-4 minutes. Stir in carrots, sesame dressing, 2½ TBSP sweet soy glaze (5 TBSP for 4 servings) and ½ tsp sugar (1 tsp for 4). (Be sure to measure the sweet soy glaze; we sent more.) Cook until carrots are softened, pork is cooked through and sauce has thickened, 2-4 minutes more. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Turn off heat.
4. Fluff rice with a fork; stir in lime zest and 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for 4 servings). Season with salt and pepper. Divide rice between bowls; top with pork mixture and any remaining sauce from pan. Drizzle with Sriracha mayo. Sprinkle with crispy fried onions and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different protein instead of pork?

Yes, ground chicken, turkey or beef would work well. Adjust cooking time as needed.

What can I substitute for sweet soy glaze?

You can mix 3 parts soy sauce with 1 part honey or brown sugar as a substitute.

Is there a dairy-free option for the butter?

Yes, use a vegan butter or omit it and add a little more oil to the rice.