fried beans with pork belly

How to Stir-Fatty Pork Belly with Green Beans

Stir-frying fatty pork belly with green beans is a beloved dish, prized for its savory flavors and contrasting textures. Here’s a simple guide to making it deliciously at home.

Ingredients: 200g fatty pork belly (sliced thin), 300g green beans (trimmed and snapped into 2-inch pieces), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tbsp ginger (grated), 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp oyster sauce, ½ tsp sugar, 1 tbsp cooking oil, and a pinch of white pepper.

Steps:

1. Prep the pork: Marinate the sliced pork belly with ½ tsp soy sauce, ½ tsp sugar, and a pinch of white pepper for 15 minutes to tenderize.

2. Blanch the beans: Boil green beans for 2 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to retain their crispness.

3. Stir-fry the pork: Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add the pork and stir-fry until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

4. Sauté aromatics: In the same wok, add garlic and ginger; stir-fry until fragrant (30 seconds).

5. Combine and season: Return the pork to the wok. Add blanched beans, remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Toss everything together for 2 minutes until well-coated and heated through.

6. Serve: Transfer to a plate and enjoy hot with steamed rice!

Tips: For extra flavor, add a dash of sesame oil or chili flakes. Adjust seasoning to taste, and ensure the beans remain crisp-tender for the perfect bite. This dish balances richness from the pork with freshness from the beans, making it a satisfying meal.