Ingredients ๐
- Chopped green onions โ for garnish ๐ง
- 500g pork belly โ sliced into thin strips ๐ท
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil โ for stir-frying
- 2 tbsp doubanjiang (fermented bean paste) โ for spice and umami ๐ถ๏ธ
- 1 tbsp soy sauce โ for seasoning
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce โ for color
- 1 tbsp rice wine โ adds depth ๐
- 2 cloves garlic โ minced ๐ง
- 1-inch piece of ginger โ sliced ๐ซ
- 1 green bell pepper โ sliced ๐ซ
- 1 red bell pepper โ sliced ๐ซ
- 1 onion โ sliced ๐ง
- 2-3 green chilies โ sliced (adjust to taste) ๐ถ๏ธ
- 1 tbsp sugar โ balances the flavors ๐ญ
- 1 cup water โ for boiling
- Salt and pepper to taste โ season as needed ๐ง
Instructions ๐ฉโ๐ณ
1 . Boil the Pork:
- Place the pork belly slices in a pot and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until the pork is tender.
- Remove the pork from the pot and let it cool. Once cool, slice into thin strips.
2. Prepare the Stir-Fry:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and sliced ginger. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the Pork:
- Add the sliced pork belly to the pan and stir-fry until it starts to brown slightly.
4. Flavor the Pork:
- Stir in doubanjiang (fermented bean paste), soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and rice wine.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the pork to absorb the flavors.
5. Add Vegetables:
- Add sliced green and red bell peppers, onion, and green chilies to the pan.
- Stir-fry until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
6. Finish the Dish:
- Sprinkle sugar over the mixture and stir well.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
7. Serve:
- Transfer the Twice-Cooked Pork to a serving dish.
- Garnish with chopped green onions.
8. Enjoy:
- Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal!
Craving a spicy and flavorful dish? Twice-Cooked Pork is a classic Chinese recipe featuring tender pork belly thatโs first boiled, then stir-fried with spicy bean paste and vegetables. It's a great balance of savory, spicy, and aromatic flavors!
