Sichuan-style pork
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. In my opinion, when you're craving something exotic, this simple Sichuan-style pork recipe is just what you need. It's truly quite easy, and the ingredients are quite common, at least for modern people. So today I suggest that instead of going to a restaurant, you try making Sichuan-style pork at home. Why not? This way, you'll kill two birds with one stone: delight your family with an unusual dinner and boost your ego by preparing an exotic dish yourself. Believe me, pork cooked at home on the stove is no worse than what professional chefs make, so go ahead without fear. My step-by-step Sichuan pork recipe with photos will help you. The finished dish is ready to be served.
Instructions
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Step 1
Rinse the pork and pat dry, then cut into medium cubes and season with salt. In a bowl, mix egg white and starch, add the meat to this mixture, coat well, then remove and place in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes.
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Step 2
Wash the bell pepper and chili pepper, remove the seeds, and cut into small pieces.
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Step 3
Heat half of the fat in a frying pan and sauté sweet and hot pepper in it.
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Step 4
In another skillet, heat the second half of the fat and sear the pork on all sides until a golden-brown crust forms; this should be done over high heat.
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Step 5
Transfer the meat to a bowl, and in the pan begin frying the finely chopped onion and garlic until golden brown.
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Step 6
Now place the meat, onion, and pepper into a single skillet, add vodka, sugar, and soy sauce, mix well, and simmer everything over low heat, covered, for 10 minutes. Then dissolve the remaining starch in the broth and pour this liquid into the skillet. Increase the heat and cook, stirring constantly, for about 5–7 minutes. Serve the finished dish with rice and fresh vegetables.