Pork in ginger syrup
8 servings
60 minutes
Pork in ginger syrup is a delightful dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of meat, the sweetness of caramelized sugar, and the spicy heat of fresh ginger. This dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive tables when you want to surprise guests with an unusual flavor combination. The history of this recipe goes back to culinary traditions where caramelization and soy sauce create a rich aroma and depth of flavor. Pork can be served with rice or fresh vegetables that highlight its rich taste. Crunchy vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and napa cabbage add freshness and textural contrast to the dish, making each bite truly unforgettable. The secret to perfect flavor is a carefully balanced combination of sweetness, saltiness, and spice that reveals the full richness of aroma.
1
Cut the pork into strips and fry until golden brown in a deep skillet.
- Pork: 400 g
2
Pour water into the pan and simmer the pork on low heat for 40 minutes.
- Water: 1 glass
3
Pour soy sauce into the pan and add sugar. Cook on high heat until the liquid volume is reduced by half.
- Soy sauce: 1 glass
- Sugar: 1 glass
4
Grate the ginger on a coarse grater. Place it in a pan with syrup and mix. Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.
- Ginger root: 0.5 piece
5
Slice the onion into half rings, cut the pepper (preferably 1 red and 1 yellow), carrot, and napa cabbage into thin strips. If the beans are frozen, thaw them.
- Onion: 1 piece
- Sweet pepper: 1 piece
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Chinese cabbage: 180 g
- Green beans: 100 g
6
Add vegetables to the meat and cook while stirring constantly for 5 minutes. Salt to taste.
- Salt: to taste