Braised Pork with Dried Radish

Braised Pork with Dried Radish

This savory stir-fry combines the rich, smoky flavor of cured meat with the crisp texture of dried radish and the fresh bite of green garlic and chili peppers. The cured meat is steamed to soften, then stir-fried to render its fat, creating a perfect balance of tenderness and depth. Dried radish soaks up the savory juices, while green garlic adds a mild, aromatic sweetness. Two types of chili peppers—smaller, spicier ones and milder slices—bring a kick of heat. Quick stir-frying locks in vibrant flavors, enhanced with simple seasonings like salt and soy sauce. The result is a bold, umami-packed dish with contrasting textures and layers of flavor, perfect as a hearty side or main course. Easy to prepare yet full of complexity, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy traditional ingredients with a satisfying crunch and spice.

15 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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cured meat
150g
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dried radish
100g

The aromatics

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green garlic
50g
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chili peppers
10g

The sauce & seasonings

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salt
1/2 tsp
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soy sauce
1 tbsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Soak the dried radish in water and cut into small cubes.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Steam the cured meat until it becomes slightly soft. Note that my cured meat has skin, which is a bit hard.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Slice the cured meat into pieces.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Remove the yellow leaves and roots from the green garlic.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Separate the garlic bulbs and leaves.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Cut the garlic bulbs into slanting slices and the leaves into segments.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Remove the stems from the chili peppers and wash them clean.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Cut the chili peppers into slanting slices. I have two types of chili peppers here, and the smaller ones are spicier.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Heat a small amount of oil in the wok.

10. Step 10

Step 10
Add the steamed cured meat.

11. Step 11

Step 11
Stir-fry the cured meat to release some of its fat, making it less greasy.

12. Step 12

Step 12
Remove the cured meat from the wok and add the chili peppers. Stir-fry until fragrant.

13. Step 13

Step 13
Add the garlic bulbs and continue stir-frying until fragrant.

14. Step 14

Step 14
Push the stir-fried chili peppers to one side, add more oil, and then add the diced radish.

15. Step 15

Step 15
Stir-fry the radish and chili peppers together.

16. Step 16

Step 16
Add the green garlic and stir-fry.

17. Step 17

Step 17
Add seasonings, including salt and soy sauce, and then add the cured meat back in.

18. Step 18

Step 18
Stir-fry everything together until well combined, and then it’s ready to be served.

19. Step 19

Step 19
Now it’s ready to eat.

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