Air Fryer Teriyaki Pork

Ready in about 26 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

Glossy teriyaki pork brings the flavour of the takeaway home, with tender pieces air-fried then tossed in a sticky-sweet soy glaze. The air fryer caramelises the edges so the sauce clings to every bite.

Ingredients

  • 500 g pork loin, cubed
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 4 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds
  • Sliced spring onion, to garnish

Method

  1. 1Toss the pork cubes with the oil and a spoon of the soy sauce.
  2. 2Preheat the air fryer to 200°C/400°F.
  3. 3Cook the pork 10-12 minutes, tossing halfway, until browned and at 63°C/145°F.
  4. 4Meanwhile simmer the remaining soy, mirin, honey, ginger and garlic until glossy and thick.
  5. 5Toss the cooked pork through the warm glaze to coat.
  6. 6Scatter with sesame seeds and spring onion and serve over rice.

Tips for the best results

  • Reduce the sauce until syrupy so it clings rather than runs.
  • Cut the pork into even cubes so they cook at the same rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer teriyaki pork?+

Cook at 200°C / 400°F for 10-12 min, toss halfway.

No mirin?+

Use a splash of rice vinegar with a little extra honey as a substitute.

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