Fried Pork Intestines (炸大肠)

炸大肠 (Fried Pork Intestines) is a popular dish in Shanxi Cuisine, known for its crispy texture and savory flavor. This dish is a great appetizer or side dish for a hearty meal.

Fried Pork Intestines (炸大肠)

Ingredients

  • 500g pork intestines, cleaned and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, season the pork intestines with salt and white pepper. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Coat the marinated pork intestines with cornstarch, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan or wok over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the pork intestines in batches and fry until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Remove the fried pork intestines from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  5. Serve hot and crispy fried pork intestines as an appetizer or side dish.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
15g
Fat
18g
Carbohydrates
6g

Supplies

Large bowl Deep pan or wok Paper towels

Tools

Tongs Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serve the fried pork intestines with a side of spicy dipping sauce or a sprinkle of Sichuan peppercorn for an extra kick.

Tips & tricks

Make sure to thoroughly clean the pork intestines before cooking to remove any impurities and odor.

Cost

$10