fried pork with chili peppers

How to Make Spicy Pork with Chili: A Comprehensive Guide

Spicy pork with chili is a beloved Hunan dish known for its bold, smoky flavors and tender meat. Here’s a detailed guide to mastering this classic.

Ingredients: 300g pork loin (thinly sliced), 4-5 green chilies (sliced), 3 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tbsp ginger (grated), 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp cooking wine, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, and a pinch of chili flakes (optional).

Steps:

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

2. Prep the chilies: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok over high heat. Stir-fry chilies until slightly charred (1-2 minutes), then set aside.

3. Cook the pork: Add remaining oil to the wok. Stir-fry marinated pork until browned (3-4 minutes). Remove and drain excess oil.

4. Combine flavors: In the same wok, sauté garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Return pork and chilies to the wok. Add oyster sauce, sugar, and chili flakes. Toss quickly for 1 minute until evenly coated.

Tips: For extra heat, use dried chilies; for milder flavor, remove seeds. Serve hot with steamed rice to soak up the savory sauce. This dish balances spicy, salty, and sweet notes, making it a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy your homemade spicy pork with chili!