Steamed Pork Patty with Chinese Sausage and Shiitake

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A tender and flavorful Cantonese-style steamed pork patty enhanced with the sweet umami of Chinese sausage and shiitake mushrooms. This chinese-inspired pork ready in about 60 minutes pairs ground pork, light soy sauce, oyster sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 40 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 4 dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for 30 minutes until soft, then finely chop them. Drain excess water.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 400 g ground pork, 2 diced Chinese sausage links (about 100 g), the chopped shiitake mushrooms, 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp white pepper, 2 finely chopped green onions, and 3 tbsp water. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes sticky and well combined.
  3. Step 3: Spread the pork mixture evenly into a heatproof round dish about 8 inches in diameter, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  4. Step 4: Set up a steamer and bring water to a rolling boil. Place the dish in the steamer, cover, and steam over high heat for 20 minutes until the pork is firm and cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Remove the steamed pork patty from the steamer and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving over steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Steamed Pork Patty with Chinese Sausage and Shiitake take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (40 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Steamed Pork Patty with Chinese Sausage and Shiitake?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground pork from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Steamed Pork Patty with Chinese Sausage and Shiitake?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Steamed Pork Patty with Chinese Sausage and Shiitake for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Steamed Pork Patty with Chinese Sausage and Shiitake?

Chinese pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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