Spicy pork
4 servings
150 minutes
Spicy pork is a flavorful dish from Chinese cuisine that combines tender meat texture with rich spicy aromas. Its roots lie in traditional Chinese marinating and stir-frying techniques in a wok, giving the meat a caramelized crust and incredible juiciness. A mix of chili paste, soy sauce, mirin, and spices creates a vibrant and rich flavor with a hint of sweetness and heat. Ginger and garlic add depth, while red pepper flakes enhance the fiery spiciness. This dish pairs perfectly with boiled rice or fresh vegetables, complementing them with its intense aroma. Spicy pork is often prepared for cozy family dinners or friendly gatherings, creating an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality.
1
Chop the onion coarsely and blend it. Place the chopped onion in a large bowl, add chili paste, pepper flakes, mirin, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger. Mix well.
- Onion: 1 head
- Chili paste: 4 tablespoons
- Red pepper flakes: 2 tablespoons
- Mirin: 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Ginger: 100 g
2
Cut the pork into small pieces and place it in a bowl with marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Pork: 500 g
3
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok pan. Add half of the pork to the pan and drizzle with 2 teaspoons of marinade. Cook until the meat pieces caramelize and are browned to a golden color.
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Pork: 500 g
- Soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
4
Place the cooked pork on a plate. Wipe the wok and put it back on the heat. Repeat the process with the remaining meat. Drizzle the cooked pork with the pan juices and serve. Enjoy your meal!
- Pork: 500 g
