Stir-fried Pork with Garlic Sprouts
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Stir-fried Pork with Garlic Sprouts

timer 10 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Stir-fried Pork with Garlic Sprouts

About This Recipe

This Sichuan-style Stir-Fried Pork Belly with Garlic Leaves is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender pork belly with bold, aromatic flavors. Thinly sliced pork belly is first blanched with ginger and Sichuan peppercorns to remove any gaminess, then stir-fried until slightly crispy. The magic happens when fragrant minced garlic, ginger, and spicy douban sauce are added, infusing the meat with rich, umami depth. Fresh garlic leaves add a bright, peppery finish, balancing the dish perfectly. The key lies in slicing the pork belly as thinly as possible—this ensures quick cooking and maximum crispiness. A final splash of soy sauce ties everything together for a savory, satisfying bite. Quick to make yet packed with authentic Sichuan flair, this dish is perfect for spice lovers craving a hearty, flavorful meal. Serve it hot over steamed rice for an unforgettable dining experience!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • pork belly 250g
The aromatics
  • garlic leaves 200g
The sauce & seasonings
  • ginger 10g
  • garlic 5g
  • Sichuan peppercorns 5 pieces
  • douban sauce 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Put the whole pork belly into the pot with cold water, add 2 slices of ginger and some Sichuan peppercorns to remove the fishy smell.
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Step 2
Cook for about 8 minutes, or until the meat can be easily pierced with a chopstick, then remove the meat from the pot.
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Step 3
Step 3
After the meat has cooled, slice it into thin pieces, the thinner the better.
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Step 4
Step 4
Mince the ginger and garlic, reserve the white part of the garlic, and cut the garlic leaves into segments.
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Step 5
Step 5
(Take a photo with all the ingredients, but unfortunately, the douban sauce was forgotten in the corner…)
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Step 6
Step 6
Add a small amount of oil to the pot, then add the sliced meat.
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Step 7
Step 7
Over medium heat, stir-fry the meat until it curls slightly, and some of the pork fat is rendered (the thinner the slices, the faster they curl).
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Step 8
Step 8
Push the meat to one side, reduce heat to low, add the ginger, garlic, Sichuan peppercorns, and douban sauce, and stir-fry until fragrant.
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Step 9
Step 9
Finally, add the garlic leaves and soy sauce, stir-fry over high heat until the garlic leaves are cooked, then serve.

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