Steps

1. Pierce the entire Pork Shoulder Block all over with a fork, then rub in 2/3 tsp of Salt. Let it sit for a while to allow the flavor to penetrate. (Key Tip!) Piercing with a fork helps the seasoning to absorb evenly and ensures the meat cooks uniformly.
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2. Cut off only the core of the 1 Onion, then slice it thinly. Reassemble the sliced onion to its original shape.
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3. Peel the 3-4 Potatoes and cut them into bite-sized pieces (2-4 wedges each).
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4. Crush 1 clove of Garlic and remove the germ.
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5. Before searing, lightly pat dry any moisture that has come out of the Pork Shoulder Block.
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6. Heat 1 tbsp of Olive Oil in a frying pan. Add the Pork Shoulder Block and the crushed Garlic. Sear each side until golden brown and nicely colored. (Key Tip!) You need to ensure it's cooked through, so getting a good sear is important.
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7. Once the Garlic is fragrant and has a nice color, remove it from the frying pan.
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8. In the same frying pan used for searing the pork, place the reassembled Onion like a cushion. Then, place the Pork Shoulder Block on top of the onions. Arrange the cut Potatoes around the meat with the cut sides down. Add the removed Garlic and 1 Bay Leaf. (Key Tip!) Using the onion as a cushion makes the meat tender and moist.
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9. Pour 3 tbsp of Cooking Sake (Rice Wine) into the frying pan, cover with a lid, and gently steam the Pork. (Key Tip!) Using Japanese sake is recommended. The sake's flavor and aroma will eliminate any gamey smell from the meat.
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10. Flip the Pork halfway through. If the Onions have shrunk, tuck them tightly under the pork. Cover again and continue to steam. (Key Tip!) If the liquid has evaporated, you can add a little more sake.
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11. Turn off the heat and remove the steamed Potatoes from the frying pan first.
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12. With the heat off, keep the lid on the Pork and let it rest for a while using residual heat.
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13. Remove the pork from any rack (if used) and cut into desired thickness.
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14. Arrange the Potatoes, sliced Pork Roast, steamed Garlic, and the steamed Onions on a plate. (Key Tip!) The steamed onions are incredibly delicious as they absorb the meat's juices, so serve them alongside.
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15. Serve with Grainy Mustard and Coarse Black Pepper to taste. Enjoy!
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