Crispy Fried Pork Intestines (Suān Zhūdǔ)
Suān Zhūdǔ, or Crispy Fried Pork Intestines, is a popular dish in Tianjin Cuisine known for its crispy texture and savory flavor. This dish is a great appetizer or side dish that pairs well with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork intestines, cleaned and cut into small pieces
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp five-spice powder
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the pork intestines with salt and five-spice powder. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- Coat the marinated pork intestines with cornstarch.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the pork intestines in batches until they are crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per batch.
- Remove the fried pork intestines and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot and crispy. Enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Wok or deep frying pan Paper towels
Tools
Tongs Knife Bowl
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve Suān Zhūdǔ with a side of hot steamed rice and a dipping sauce made of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure to thoroughly clean the pork intestines before cooking to remove any impurities and odor.
Cost
$8