Ene's Recipe Book

Teriyaki Pork Cutlets

Pork cutlets are a lean cut of pork; retaining the rib bone assists in flavour development and keeps the meat moist during cooking. Mirin is a Japanese vinegar. It is made by fermenting rice wine and has a pH value of 3.8 so is classified as an acidic ingredient. The denaturation process tenderises the pork and flavours the marinade. The dressing for the spicy slaw is a temporary emulsion. The pork cutlet used in this recipe is a good source of protein; however, it is also high in saturated fat. The marinade includes soy sauce, which is high in salt and sugar. The spicy slaw contains many nutritious vegetables as well as apple, providing dietary fibre and a wide range of vitamins and minerals.