Name: Cola-Braised Pork Stew
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs, excess fat trimmed, cut into 1 1/2- to 2-inch cubes; 2 cups cola (do not use diet cola); 6 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger; 1 bunch green onions, chopped

Juli Tsuchiya-Waldron of Tokyo, Japan, writes: "I was born in California but moved to Tokyo with my family when I was 6 years old. Now I'm 19, and have started a small craft shop where I sell my handmade place mats and coasters. Cooking is my other creative outlet. When my mother is too busy to cook for the family, I enjoy coming up with dishes that are interesting and nutritious but still quick."

Serve the pork over steamed white rice.

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