fried shredded pork with pickled mustard

How to Make Stir-Fried Shredded Pork with Pickled Mustard Greens

Stir-fried shredded pork with pickled mustard greens (榨菜炒肉丝) is a quick, flavorful Chinese dish that balances savory, tangy, and umami flavors. Here’s a simple guide to making it at home.

Ingredients:

- 200g lean pork, shredded

- 100g pickled mustard greens (榨菜), rinsed and soaked to reduce saltiness, then shredded

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 ginger slice, minced

- 1 green onion, chopped

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tsp sugar

- 1/2 tsp sesame oil

- 2 tbsp cooking oil

Steps:

1. Marinate the pork: In a bowl, mix shredded pork with 1 tbsp soy sauce, a pinch of cornstarch, and 1 tsp cooking oil. Let it sit for 15 minutes to tenderize.

2. Prep the榨菜: Soak shredded榨菜 in warm water for 10 minutes, drain, and squeeze out excess moisture.

3. Stir-fry: Heat oil in a wok over medium-high. Add garlic and ginger until fragrant. Toss in marinated pork and stir-fry until no longer pink (2-3 minutes).

4. Combine: Add榨菜 and green onions. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Season with remaining soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil. Mix well.

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

Tips: For extra crunch, blanch榨菜 quickly before stir-frying. Adjust saltiness by adding a splash of water if needed. This dish pairs perfectly with a light soup for a balanced meal.