pickled cabbage slices

How to Make Pickled Cabbage and Pork Slices: A Complete Guide

Pickled cabbage and pork slices is a beloved stir-fry known for its tangy, savory flavor and tender texture. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate this dish at home.

Ingredients:

200g pork loin, thinly sliced against the grain, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp starch, 1 tbsp oil for marination; 300g pickled cabbage (sauerkraut), rinsed and drained; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 ginger slice, julienned; 1 green chili, sliced; 1 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp sesame oil, a pinch of white pepper.

Steps:

1. Marinate the pork: In a bowl, mix pork slices with soy sauce, starch, and 1 tbsp oil. Let it sit for 15 minutes to tenderize.

2. Prep the pickled cabbage: Squeeze excess water from the pickled cabbage, then roughly chop it.

3. Stir-fry: Heat 2 tbsp oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated pork and stir-fry until lightly browned (about 2 minutes). Remove and set aside.

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

5. Combine: Return pork to the wok. Add pickled cabbage, light soy sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until well-coated.

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

Tips: For extra umami, add a dash of oyster sauce. Adjust pickled cabbage quantity based on your preferred tanginess. Enjoy this quick, flavorful meal that pairs perfectly with rice!