Kkanpunggi (Sweet and Spicy Meat)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1
Kkanpunggi - Sweet and Spicy Meat
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb boneless pork loin , sliced into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon sake
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch ground ginger
4 -5 tablespoons cornstarch
1 eggs or 2 egg whites
1/4 cup frozen peas
2 mini red bell peppers , finely chopped
2 mini yellow bell peppers , finely chopped
1/4 onion , finely chopped
canola oil , for deep-frying
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon mirin
2 tablespoons rice syrup or 2 tablespoons corn syrup
3 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic , minced
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3 -5 dried red peppers

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
380
Sugar
10g
Fat
18g
Kkanpunggi is a Korean-Chinese dish that is popular in both countries. It is made by deep-frying bite-sized pieces of pork and then coating them in a sweet and spicy sauce. The sauce is made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, ginger, and dried red peppers. Fresh vegetables such as red and green bell peppers, onions, and peas are added to the dish for extra flavor and nutrition. This dish can be served as a main course or as part of a larger meal. It is often paired with steamed rice.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the pork, sake, salt, pepper, and ginger together. Set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
2.Add the cornstarch and eggs to the pork mixture, stirring until the pork is coated.
3.Heat oil in a wok or large pot over high heat. Add the pork in batches and deep-fry for 2-3 minutes or until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
4.In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, vinegar, mirin, rice or corn syrup, water, lemon juice, garlic, sesame oil, and ginger.
5.Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the dried red peppers and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
6.Add the onions, green and red bell peppers, and frozen peas. Stir-fry for another minute.
7.Add the deep-fried pork and the sauce mixture, stirring to coat well. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
8.Serve hot with steamed rice.

PROS

Kkanpunggi is a delicious dish that is both sweet and spicy.
The crispy pork is coated in a flavorful sauce and served with fresh vegetables.

It is a quick and easy recipe that can be made in under 30 minutes.

CONS

This dish is deep-fried, which can make it high in calories and fat.

It is not recommended for those who are on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains vegetables and lean pork, which are both healthy sources of nutrients.
The bell peppers are high in vitamin C, while the pork provides protein and iron.
The garlic and ginger in the sauce have anti-inflammatory properties that may offer health benefits.

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