Yuxiang Shredded Pork

Yuxiang Shredded Pork is a classic Chinese dish celebrated for its delightful combination of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. This recipe highlights thinly sliced pork marinated in a rich sauce that infuses the meat with flavor. Stir-frying the pork with aromatic garlic, ginger, and crunchy vegetables enhances the dish’s complexity. It’s a versatile choice that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles, offering a delightful meal option that is both quick and full of taste.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 1 medium bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp chili garlic sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, and chili garlic sauce in a small bowl. Set the sauce aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add the pork and stir-fry until fully cooked, then remove from the wok.
3. If needed, add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the wok. Stir-fry the garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Add the julienned carrots and sliced bell pepper to the wok. Stir-fry until the vegetables are slightly tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Return the cooked pork to the wok. Pour the prepared sauce over the pork and vegetables, stirring well to combine.
6. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until everything is heated through and the flavors meld together.
7. Serve Yuxiang Shredded Pork hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Keywords: Sweet, Sour, Spicy, Main Course, Chinese

Spice Rack: Soy Sauce, Ginger, Chili Garlic Sauce

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