Deep-Fried Pork

March 23, 2025 15 Minutes Advanced

Nutritional Information

1350 kcal
Calories
50g
Protein
90g
Carbohydrates
85g
Fat
Recipe Hot Dishes
Deep-Fried Pork

Crispy, aromatic, and bursting with flavor, this Sichuan-style fried pork belly is a mouthwatering delight. Tender strips of pork belly are marinated with fragrant roasted Sichuan peppercorns, Tiancheng soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, and eggs for a rich, umami-packed base. Coated in a light flour and starch mixture, the pork is double-fried to golden perfection—first for a juicy interior, then again for an irresistible crispy exterior. The result? A perfect balance of textures and bold Sichuan spice that’s addictive with every bite. Quick to prepare yet impressive in taste, this dish brings restaurant-quality crunch and depth to your home kitchen. Serve it hot for a standout appetizer or pair it with steamed rice for a satisfying meal. A must-try for lovers of crispy pork and bold Chinese flavors!

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Secondary Ingredients

Sauce and Seasonings

Instructions

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Step 1
Cut the pork belly into small strips, about the size of a finger, after removing the skin.
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Step 2
Roast a teaspoon of whole Sichuan peppercorns in a pan until fragrant, then grind them into coarse grains and mix with the pork strips.
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Step 3
Add Tiancheng soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, salt, and 2 eggs to the pork strips, and stir well. Let it sit for a few minutes.
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Step 4
Mix flour and starch into the pork strips and stir until well combined. The mixture should be slightly loose; if too dry, add a small amount of cooking oil to adjust.
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Heat oil in a pan, and when the bottom starts to bubble, reduce the heat to medium-low and fry the pork strips in batches until golden brown.
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Step 6
After frying all the strips, increase the oil temperature and quickly fry them again to ensure the outside is crispy and the inside is tender.

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