Pork Belly recipes（辣椒炒肉）
Stir-Fried Pork with Green Bell Pepper （辣椒炒肉） is a delightful Chinese dish that's rich in flavor and aroma. With tender pork belly and crispy green bell peppers stir-fried together, the dish features a perfect blend of savory and peppery notes. Dark soy sauce adds color and depth, while light soy sauce balances the flavor, making this a simple yet delicious dish that brings authentic Chinese taste to your table.
INGREDIENTS
- 200 grams (7 ounces) pork belly, sliced
DIRECTIONS
Prepare the Ingredients:
Green Bell Pepper: Wash thoroughly, remove the stems and seeds. Cut into chunks. Adjust the size of the chunks according to your preference.
Garlic Leaf: Wash thoroughly and cut into segments. If the garlic leaf is long, cut into 2-3 cm (1-inch) segments.
Pork Belly: Slice the pork belly into thin slices, about 0.5 cm (1/4 inch) thick, to ensure even cooking and flavor absorption.
Heat the Pan:
Pour enough cooking oil into a large skillet or deep pan to cover the bottom by about 1-2 cm (1/2-3/4 inch). Heat the oil until it reaches around 70% heat (approximately 320-350°F), indicated by light ripples on the surface of the oil but before it starts smoking.
Cook the Pork Belly:
Add the sliced pork belly to the hot oil. Stir-fry over medium-high heat until the pork slices change color and start to turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes depending on your heat level.
Then use a spoon to remove excess oil, leaving about 1-2 tablespoons of oil in the pan for cooking the vegetables.
Season the Pork:
Add 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce to the pan. Quickly stir-fry to ensure it is evenly coated with the soy sauce. Continue to cook until the pork has a deeper color and the soy sauce is fully absorbed. Remove the pork from the pan and set it aside for later use.
Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
In the same pan, with the remaining oil, add the green bell pepper chunks and garlic leaf segments. Stir-fry over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes until the bell pepper starts to soften and the garlic leaf releases its aroma.
Season the Vegetables:
Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the pan and continue to stir-fry, ensuring that the salt is evenly distributed among the vegetables.
Combine and Mix:
Return the cooked pork belly to the pan. Mix well with the bell pepper and garlic leaf, stirring to combine all the ingredients.
Final Seasoning:
Add 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce. Stir well to ensure the pork and vegetables are evenly coated and flavored. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until everything is heated through.
Serve:
Transfer the stir-fried dish to a serving plate. Enjoy immediately, or serve with rice or another main dish.