Steamed Minced Pork with Coriander

This Steamed Minced Pork with Coriander is a simple, nourishing, comforting, easy Chinese dish you can make in less than 20 minutes — perfect for everyday meals . After steaming, the meat patty is juicy, tender and with fragrance coming from the coriander.

I love cooking dishes that are healthy, nourishing and effortless to make. Other steamed dishes I tend to make on repeat are Steamed Minced Pork with Dried Squid and Mushrooms, Simple Steamed Herbal Chicken and Super Simple Steamed Salted Chicken.

Steamed Minced Pork with Coriander Tutorial:

I love using bamboo steamer baskets, which you can easily find on Amazon.

You can also use other types of steam equipment. However, they tend to produce more water condensation and cause the steam water to drip onto the food. The water condensation usually isn’t much, but to prevent it, you can wrap the lid with a cloth.

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If you like this Steamed Egg with Fish Slices, you may also love my Steamed Eggs with Minced Pork, Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork or Steamed Minced Pork with Tianjin Preserved Vegetables.

Ingredients 材料：

• 350+/- grams minced pork 350+/-克猪肉碎
• 35 grams coriander 35克香菜

Seasoning 调味料:

• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 瓣大蒜，切碎
• 1/8- 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8- 1/4 茶匙盐
• 1 tablespoons oyster/abalone sauce (if you use oyster sauce, reduce salt)1汤匙鲍鱼酱/蚝油 （如果用蚝油，就减少盐的用量）
• 1 tablespoons light soy sauce 1汤匙生抽
• 1 tablespoon shaoxing wine 1汤匙绍兴酒
• pinch of sugar 少许糖
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch 1茶匙玉米淀粉

Garnish 装饰：

• 1 sprig coriander 1 根香菜

Method

Prepare the Coriander

• Rinse the coriander thoroughly and remove the roots.
• Cut into small chunks and set aside.

Season the Pork

• Place the minced pork in a bowl.
• Add salt, light soy sauce, sugar, abalone sauce (or oyster sauce), Shaoxing wine, and minced garlic.
• Mix well using your hands, a fork, or chopsticks until the seasonings are evenly combined.
• Tip: If you’re using oyster sauce instead of abalone sauce, reduce the amount of salt added.

Add Cornstarch

• Add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch.
• Mix in one direction until the pork mixture becomes sticky and forms a paste.

Add Coriander

• Add the chopped coriander and mix until well incorporated.

Steam the Pork

• Transfer the pork mixture to a heatproof plate and flatten it evenly.
• Bring water in a wok to a boil, then place the plate on a steam rack.
• Steam on high heat for 10–15 minutes depending on the thickness of the meat.
• For a 10-inch plate, 10–12 minutes is sufficient. Thicker layers may need slightly longer.

Check Doneness

• The pork will shrink slightly when cooked.
• You can test by pressing the surface — it should feel firm, not soft like dough.

Serve

• Serve hot with a bowl of steamed rice.
• Enjoy this simple, fragrant, and healthy homestyle dish.

Cooking tips:

1. Mix in One Direction — This helps the pork mixture develop a sticky texture, ensuring the meat binds well and stays juicy after steaming.

2. Flatten Evenly — A thinner, even layer helps the meat cook uniformly and prevents the center from being undercooked.

3. Adjust Salt When Using Oyster Sauce — Oyster sauce is saltier than abalone sauce, so reduce added salt slightly to balance flavor.

4. Choose Fresh Coriander — The freshness of coriander greatly affects the aroma. Avoid wilted leaves as they can taste bitter.

5. Test for Doneness — Gently press the center; if it feels firm and springy, it’s perfectly cooked.

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