fried pork with sour beans

How to Make Stir-Fried Sour Pickled Pork: A Comprehensive Guide

Stir-fried sour pickled pork is a beloved, quick-to-prepare dish that balances tangy, savory, and umami flavors. Here’s a step-by-step guide to mastering it.

Ingredients:

- 200g pork loin, thinly sliced and marinated in 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp starch, and a pinch of pepper for 10 minutes.

- 150g sour pickled beans (酸豆角), rinsed and chopped into 1-inch pieces.

- 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 chili (optional), sliced.

- 1 tbsp oil, 1 tbsp light soy sauce, ½ tsp sugar, and a dash of sesame oil.

Steps:

1. Prep the pork: Marinate the pork as above to ensure tenderness.

2. Stir-fry aromatics: Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Sauté garlic and chili until fragrant (30 seconds).

3. Cook the pork: Add marinated pork and stir-fry until no longer pink (2-3 minutes). Remove and set aside.

4. Combine ingredients: Toss in pickled beans, stir-fry for 1 minute. Return pork to the wok.

5. Season: Add soy sauce, sugar, and a splash of water (if too dry). Stir-fry for another minute until flavors meld.

6. Finish: Drizzle with sesame oil, toss, and serve hot with rice.

Tips: For extra crunch, blanch pickled beans briefly before stir-frying. Adjust sourness by adding a pinch of sugar if needed. This versatile dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice and makes a flavorful weeknight meal!