Sour Cabbage and Shredded Pork

Sour Cabbage and Shredded Pork

This savory and aromatic stir-fry combines tender meat strips with tangy pickled vegetables and hearty yellow beans for a dish bursting with umami flavor. The meat is first marinated with cornstarch, salt, and light soy sauce, ensuring a juicy and velvety texture. Homemade pickled vegetables and soaked yellow beans are stir-fried until tender, adding a delightful chewiness and depth. A fragrant base of garlic and fermented bean paste infuses the dish with rich, savory notes, while a quick stewing step melds all the flavors together. Perfectly balanced between salty, tangy, and savory, this recipe is a comforting yet vibrant meal that highlights the bold tastes of fermented ingredients. Ideal served over steamed rice, this dish is a must-try for lovers of bold, homestyle cooking.

15 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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meat strips
200g

The aromatics

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pickled vegetables
100g
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yellow beans
50g (soaked)

The sauce & seasonings

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cornstarch
1 tbsp
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fermented bean paste
1 tbsp
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garlic
2 cloves

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Mix the meat strips with cornstarch, salt, and light soy sauce until well combined.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Stir-fry the pickled vegetables with soaked yellow beans briefly, add water, and cook until tender. Since the homemade pickled vegetables are drier, they require a longer cooking time. After the water has evaporated, set aside.

3. Step 3

Heat oil in a wok, add garlic and fermented bean paste, and stir-fry until fragrant. Pour in the meat strips and cook until they are done, being careful not to overcook. Then, add the pickled vegetables and yellow beans, stir-fry briefly, and add water to stew for a short while if desired.

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