Autumn is quietly approaching, and the warm sunshine is gradually replacing the cool air, and with it, people's appetite is gradually increasing. In this season, the food stalls in the streets and alleys are always crowded with people, especially the fragrant fried crispy pork, which is even more mouth-watering. In a small town in Hubei Province, this simple but delicious fried crispy pork has made countless diners linger, and today I will reveal its secret to you.
The charm of fried pork lies not only in its appearance, but also in its crispy texture and tender interior. The key to making this delicious fried pork is the thick and crunchy batter. And behind this, there are also several essential ingredients that give the dish a rich flavor and layer. Next, let's take a look at the ingredients that make up these fried pork.
Main ingredient
1. Pork tenderloin or pork belly: Choosing fresh pork is the key to success or failure, tenderloin is tender, and pork belly is fatty but not greasy, so you can choose according to your taste.
2. Flour: Provides the base structure for frying, ensuring that the outer skin of the piece of meat can firmly enclose the essence inside.
3. Sweet potato starch: Many chefs will prefer it because it adds crunch to the crust and makes the fried meat crispier and more delicious.
4. Eggs: Increase the stickiness of the batter while giving the crust more layering.
5. Liquor or beer: Not only to remove the smell, alcohol can also make the skin crispier and bring out a unique aroma.
6. Ginger, green onion, Sichuan peppercorns, white pepper, salt, light soy sauce, cooking oil: these spices not only enhance the flavor, but also enhance the aroma of the whole dish, making it extremely attractive.
Here, I would especially like to emphasize the advantages of the choice of sweet potato starch and the use of freshly ground pepper powder. The high-quality sweet potato starch helps keep the skin crispy, while the freshly ground peppercorn powder brings a richer aroma and makes your fried crispy meat more layered and flavorful, as if you are enjoying a feast for the palate.
Steps:
Now, let's get into the detailed steps of making the fried meat. Just follow these simple steps and you'll be able to easily create this delicious Chinese classic at home.
1. Sauté the peppercorns and grind them into powder: First, put the appropriate amount of peppercorns in a pan and slowly stir-fry over low heat until they give off a charming aroma. Then, quickly grind it into a fine powder for later use. This step is the key to making the fried pork fragrant.
2. Prepare green onion and ginger water: Cut a few slices of ginger and green onion into sections, put them in water and bring them to a boil, and let them cool. This green onion and ginger water will be used to marinate meats to help remove the smell and add aroma.
3. Marinate pork: Cut the selected pork into even pieces, then put it in a bowl, add the green onion and ginger water just prepared, an appropriate amount of salt, light soy sauce, and freshly ground Sichuan pepper powder, and knead it thoroughly until it tastes. In order to add flavor to the meat, it is recommended to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
4. To make the batter: In a separate bowl, mix the flour and sweet potato starch in a 2:1 ratio, then add an appropriate amount of water and stir until it is a thick paste without particles. Next, gradually add the beaten eggs and the liquor (or beer) and continue to stir until the batter is smooth and has some consistency.
5. Bolder: Place the marinated pork pieces into the batter, making sure that each piece is evenly coated with a layer of batter. Here you can press a little harder to allow the batter to adhere better to the meat.
6. Fry until golden brown: Heat the pan with cool oil, and after the oil temperature reaches the appropriate high temperature, put the battered pork pieces into the pan one by one, and fry them until golden brown on both sides and crispy skin. During the frying process, you can pay attention to the heat to ensure that each piece of meat can be fried thoroughly. To further enhance the taste, it is recommended to re-fry it again at the end to make the skin more crispy.
conclusion
The preparation of fried pork is deceptively simple, but there is ingenuity in every step. A good fried crispy pork should not only be amazing in appearance, but also surprise people with every bite. By re-frying, the taste of the fried crispy meat becomes more perfect, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and it is just as delicious even if it is cooled, and people can't help but want to have another piece.
Whether it's a snack or a daily dinner, this fried pork can become the star of the table. Now, please pick up the ingredients in your hands and try them out! We look forward to seeing your sharing and discussions, and let's explore the infinite possibilities of delicious food in the kitchen together!