Deep-Fried Pork

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!

15 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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pork belly
250g

The aromatics

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eggs
2
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flour
50g
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starch
50g

The sauce & seasonings

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Sichuan peppercorns
1 tsp
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Tiancheng soy sauce
2 tbsp
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cooking wine
1 tbsp
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sugar
1 tsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Cut the pork belly into small strips, about the size of a finger, after removing the skin.

2. Step 2

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.

3. Step 3

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.

4. Step 4

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.

5. Step 5

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.

6. 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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