Curry Mayo Marinated Pork Steak: Easy 30-Min Fusion Recipe

Curry Mayo Marinated Pork Steak

A fusion-style stir-fry featuring tender pork loin and a rich, aromatic spiced sauce.

This dish is a “rice thief”—meaning the savory, tangy aroma of the curry and ketchup will have you reaching for second helpings of rice. The mayonnaise doesn’t just add flavor; it contains vinegar and oil that help tenderize the pork fibers during the marination process.

🍛 S&B Curry Powder (The Iconic “Red Tin”): Ingredients & Nutrition

Commonly known in Japan as “Akakan” (The Red Tin), this curry powder is a pure blend of premium spices with no added salt, oils, or artificial flavorings.

Ingredients (30+ Masterfully Blended Spices)

The complexity and depth of this blend come from over 30 different herbs and spices:

Turmeric, coriander, cumin, fenugreek, pepper, red chili pepper, chinpi (dried citrus peel), cinnamon, fennel, ginger, star anise, garlic, licorice, cloves, savory, nutmeg, laurel, allspice, oregano, sage, thyme, cardamom, anise seed, galangal, caraway, celery seed, tarragon, dill seed, basil, paprika, marjoram, mustard, mace, and rosemary.

Nutrition Facts (Per 2g Serving)

Because the aroma is so potent, a small amount goes a long way in flavoring your dishes.

Metric	Amount
Calories	9 kcal
Protein	0.3 g
Total Fat	0.3 g
Total Carbs	1.2 g
Salt Equivalent	0.003 g

💡 Key Takeaways for Health & Cooking

The Ultimate Low-Sodium Tool: With nearly zero salt content, it’s the perfect ingredient to add a punch of flavor without raising your sodium intake.
Aromatic Appetite Stimulant: The diverse blend of herbs helps neutralize unwanted odors (like the gaminess of meat) and stimulates the appetite through its rich fragrance.
Pure & Additive-Free: Since it contains no salt, fat, or MSG, it creates a sharp, clean flavor profile—even when mixed with creamy bases like mayonnaise or sweet bases like ketchup.

Pork Steak Marinated In Curry Mayonnaise

📊 Nutrition Facts (Per 2 Servings); Curry Mayo Marinated Pork Steak

Calories	983 kcal
Protein	61.8 g
Total Fat	73.8 g
Total Carbs	19.1 g
Salt Equivalents	3.4 g

🛒 Ingredients; Curry Mayo Marinated Pork Steak

Pork: 350g Thinly sliced pork loin (Shogayaki-style)
Aromatics: 3g Garlic (minced), 3g Ginger (grated)
Deglazing: 20g White wine or Sake
Oil: 3g Olive oil
The “Golden” Marinade (☆):
- 1g Salt
- 5g S&B Curry Powder
- 10g Half-calorie mayonnaise
- 50g Ketchup

🍳Curry Mayo Marinated Pork Steak Preparation Steps

Prep the Aromatics: Finely chop the garlic and grate the ginger to release their essential oils.
Whisk the Marinade: In a bowl (or a resealable plastic bag), combine the salt, curry powder, mayonnaise, ketchup, garlic, and ginger. Mix until smooth.
Marinate: Add the pork slices to the sauce. Ensure every slice is thoroughly coated. For the best flavor, marinate for 30 minutues.
The Sear: Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Spread the pork slices out and sear until they begin to brown.
Finish & Deglaze: Once the meat is nearly cooked through, pour in the white wine (or sake). This will help lift the caramelized bits of sauce off the pan.
Reduce: Stir-fry until the liquid has evaporated and the sauce has thickened into a glossy coating that clings to the meat.

🔥 Pro-Tips for Success

Vegetable Bed: Serve this over a mound of shredded raw cabbage, baby leaf or lettuce. The heat from the pork wilts the cabbage slightly, and the leftover curry sauce acts as a perfect dressing.
Chicken Variation: If using chicken, use thighs cut into bite-sized pieces. Since chicken is thicker than sliced pork, extend the marination time to ensure the flavors penetrate.
The “S&B” Secret: Since S&B curry powder contains 30+ spices (including star anise and cinnamon), it provides a complex, slightly medicinal depth that offsets the sweetness of the ketchup.

📋Note: If you find the sauce browning too quickly due to the sugar in the ketchup, lower the heat slightly and add a splash of water along with the sake to prevent scorching.

The “Shogayaki-style” Cut: In Japan, “Shogayaki-style” refers to thinly sliced pork loin, typically about 3-4mm thick. It’s the perfect thickness to soak up marinades quickly while remaining tender when seared.

A Japanese Home Classic: Buta no Shogayaki (Ginger Pork) is a legendary staple in Japanese home cooking—it’s the ultimate comfort food! Master this essential recipe to bring an authentic taste of Japan to your dining table.

Check out the recipe here! 👉 Golden Ratio Sauce for Buta Shogayaki

📖Related Link: Read the Japanese version of this article here! [【ご飯泥棒レシピ】豚ロースのカレーマヨマリネ焼き｜S&Bカレー粉で本格的な香りとコクを！]　　

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