Juicy Pork Belly and Bean Sprout Stir-Fry Recipe
Juicy Pork Belly and Bean Sprout Stir-Fry Recipe
A Simple Yet Delicious Dinner Side Dish & Snack, Pork Belly and Bean Sprout Stir-Fry
The perfect harmony of succulent pork belly and crisp bean sprouts! It’s the best as a side dish for rice or as a late-night snack. Here’s a magical recipe you can whip up in just 15 minutes.
Main Ingredients- Pork belly 200g
- Bean sprouts 100g
- Whole garlic cloves 15
- Black pepper to taste
- Salt 1 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, rinse the fresh bean sprouts thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or impurities. Drain them well in a colander to remove excess water; this helps prevent the dish from becoming watery when stir-frying.
Step 2
Slice the pork belly thinly, similar to how you would for Japchae (Korean glass noodle stir-fry). This slicing method shortens the cooking time and allows the flavors to penetrate better, making it more delicious.
Step 3
Thinly slice the whole garlic cloves into thin slivers. Slicing the garlic thinly ensures it doesn’t burn while stir-frying with the pork and adds a nutty, delicious flavor.
Step 4
Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced pork belly and slivered garlic. Sprinkle with a bit of pepper and salt to start stir-frying. The pork belly will begin to render its delicious fat.
Step 5
Once the pork belly is golden brown and fragrant, add 1 Tbsp of oyster sauce for an extra layer of umami. If you prefer a cleaner taste, you can substitute oyster sauce with just salt for seasoning.
Step 6
Finally, add the prepared bean sprouts to the pan and stir-fry quickly over high heat. The key is to stir-fry just until the bean sprouts are slightly wilted but still retain their crispness; overcooking will make them soggy.
Step 7
Once everything is well combined and stir-fried, sprinkle a bit more black pepper for enhanced aroma, then turn off the heat and finish.
Step 8
Your delicious and satisfying Pork Belly and Bean Sprout Stir-Fry is complete! The combination of savory pork belly and crisp bean sprouts is truly exceptional.
Step 9
Arrange the finished stir-fry beautifully on a plate. It makes for a fantastic dinner or a perfect accompaniment to drinks. Enjoy your meal!
