Szechuan Pork

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 3

Satisfy your palate with this fiery Szechuan Pork recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 tablespoons hoisin sauce
	2 tablespoons water
	1/4 cup peanut oil
	2 lbs boneless cooked pork , 1 piece , left over roast , cut into thin strips
	1 garlic clove , smashed
	1 bunch green onion , washed , trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
	4 slices fresh gingerroot , cut into julienne strips
	1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

389

Sugar

Fat

29g

Szechuan Pork is a popular dish from the Sichuan province of China and is known for its fiery and bold flavors. This dish features tender strips of pork combined with fragrant garlic, ginger, and green onions, and is finished with a savory hoisin sauce. The flavors are complex and robust, making it a perfect gourmet option for dinner parties or special occasions. The best part of this recipe is that it can be made using leftover pork, making it a great way to use up leftovers in an exciting and delicious way.

Instructions

1.	In a small mixing bowl, mix the hoisin sauce and water. Set it aside.
2.	Heat the peanut oil in a wok over high heat to a very high temperature. Add the pork strips and cook until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes.
3.	Using a slotted spoon, remove the pork strips from the wok and set them aside.
4.	Heat the wok with the remaining oil. Add the garlic, green onions, and ginger and stir-fry for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.
5.	Return the pork strips to the wok and pour in the hoisin sauce mixture. Add in the Tabasco sauce and toss everything together for 2-3 minutes.
6.	Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

PROS

The Szechuan Pork dish is a fiery and flavorful dish that is perfect for spice lovers.

It is quick and easy to make, and can be prepared with leftover pork.

It is a great source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.

CONS

The dish is relatively high in fat and sodium.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Care should be taken when handling the wok and ingredients during the high-temperature cooking process.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
The garlic and ginger in this recipe have been linked to promoting heart health and reducing inflammation.
The hoisin sauce provides a rich source of flavor and is a good source of vitamins and minerals.