Dragon's Tail Sweet and Sour Pork (龙尾糖醋肉)
龙尾糖醋肉 (Dragon's Tail Sweet and Sour Pork) is a classic dish from Chinese Imperial Cuisine, known for its sweet and tangy flavor. This dish is a perfect balance of crispy pork and a rich, flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
- 500g pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, cut into chunks
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Place the pork pieces in a bowl and coat them with cornstarch, then dip them in the beaten eggs.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the pork pieces until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Remove excess oil from the wok, leaving about 2 tablespoons. Add the garlic, bell peppers, and onion. Stir-fry until the vegetables are slightly tender.
- In a small bowl, mix the sugar, rice vinegar, ketchup, and soy sauce. Pour the mixture into the wok and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the wok, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Add the fried pork pieces to the wok and toss to coat them with the sauce.
- Serve the Dragon's Tail Sweet and Sour Pork hot with steamed rice.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Wok Large skillet Bowls Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Knife Cutting board Tongs Whisk
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the pork to ensure a crispy texture.
Cost
$15