TEA-SMOKED PORK AND TENDER CABBAGE STIR-FRY
The wok has many uses. Since Chinese homes don't have ovens, cooks learned to use the wok and its lid as an oven and a smoker. The Hunan Chinese especially took to this method; their cuisine is known for its inclusion of smoked meats such as duck and pork. The smoking mixture of sugar and tea leaves provides the smoky flavor, while the rice provides the fuel for the smoke. Once smoked, the pork is stir-fried with cabbage in a mild spicy sauce.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Place the pork in a 2-quart saucepan, add the water, ginger, green onions, sugar, and salt, and bring to a boil. Adjust the heat so the liquid is simmering, cover the pot, and simmer until the pork is almost cooked through, about 8 minutes. Drain the pork and set aside.
- Line the inside of a wok and the inside of its lid with aluminum foil. Make the smoking mixture: Stir the tea leaves, rice, sugar, and star anise together in the lined wok, then spread evenly over the bottom. Set a round rack over the smoking mixture, about 3 inches above the mixture, and set the pork on the center of the rack.
- Place the wok, uncovered, over high heat. When the rice mixture begins to smoke, cover the wok, reduce the heat to medium, and smoke until the pork turns a rich, deep brown, about 25 minutes. Turn off the heat and let stand for 5 minutes before removing the lid.
- Let the pork cool briefly, then cut into1/8-inch-thick slices. (Discard the smoking mixture and foil.) Clean the wok and heat it over high heat until hot. Add the oil and swirl to coat the sides. Add the garlic, ginger and chile and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the pork, cabbage, carrot, and bamboo shoots and stir-fry until the cabbage is wilted, about 1 minute.
- Add the chicken stock, soy sauce and chile garlic sauce and bring to a boil. Adjust the heat so the sauce is simmering, cover the wok, and simmer until the carrot is tender, about 3 minutes.
- Pour in the dissolved cornstarch and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 30 seconds. Stir in the sesame oil, scoop onto a warm serving platter and serve hot.
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Bibi Khadija
[email protected]I had some trouble finding tea-smoked pork, but I was able to substitute regular pork chops. The dish still turned out great!
Shaman Shaikh
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but I think that's just my personal preference. I would recommend using less chili peppers if you don't like spicy food.
Roshani Rayamajhi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pork, but I really enjoyed this dish. The tea-smoked flavor was subtle and not overpowering.
Henry Cyril
[email protected]This stir-fry is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The cabbage is packed with nutrients, and the pork provides a good source of protein.
Kabelo
[email protected]I love the smokiness of the pork in this dish. It really pairs well with the sweetness of the cabbage.
Ramone Grandison
[email protected]This stir-fry was delicious and easy to make. The tea-smoked pork added a unique flavor to the dish, and the cabbage was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.
Widad Tommis
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish turned out amazing! The pork was tender and smoky, and the cabbage was perfectly cooked. The sauce was flavorful and well-balanced. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family and friends.
SAMIR PAUDYAL
[email protected]This recipe was a hit with my family! The pork was juicy and flavorful, and the cabbage was cooked perfectly. The sauce was delicious, and the overall dish was very easy to make. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick
Muna_Bhai786
[email protected]I've tried many stir-fries in my life, but this one definitely takes the cake. The tea-smoked pork was cooked to perfection, and the cabbage was incredibly tender. The sauce was flavorful and well-balanced. I'll definitely be making this dish again!
Aziz Ahad
[email protected]This tea-smoked pork and tender cabbage stir-fry was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly balanced, with the smokiness of the pork perfectly complementing the sweetness of the cabbage. The addition of the ginger and garlic added a nice de