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How to Make Stir-Fried Pork Liver: A Complete Guide

Stir-fried pork liver, a beloved Chinese dish, is prized for its tender texture and rich flavor. Mastering this dish requires balancing freshness, quick cooking, and the right seasonings. Here’s a step-by-step guide.

Ingredients: 300g fresh pork liver, 1 bell pepper, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp ginger, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp Shaoxing wine, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp sugar, salt, and vegetable oil.

Preparation:

1. Soak the liver: Rinse the liver, slice it thinly, and soak in cold water with 1 tbsp vinegar for 15 minutes to remove bitterness. Drain and pat dry.

2. Marinate: Toss liver slices with 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch. Let sit for 10 minutes to tenderize.

3. Prep vegetables: Slice bell pepper and onion into strips; mince garlic and ginger.

Cooking:

1. Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Stir-fry garlic and ginger until fragrant (10 seconds).

2. Add liver slices and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes until just browned (do not overcook). Remove and set aside.

3. In the same wok, stir-fry vegetables for 2 minutes until crisp-tender. Return liver to the wok.

4. Season with remaining soy sauce, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Toss quickly for 30 seconds. Serve hot with rice.

Tips: For extra tenderness, soak liver in milk instead of vinegar. Adjust cooking time based on liver thickness to avoid toughness. Enjoy this savory, protein-packed dish in under 20 minutes!