Chongqing-style Spicy Pork Slices
Chongqing-style Spicy Pork Slices are thin slices of tender pork marinated in a spicy, numbing sauce made with Sichuan peppercorns, chili peppers, garlic, soy sauce, and other fragrant spices. The dish is known for its bold and intense flavor, with a perfect balance of heat, tanginess, and richness that is characteristic of Chongqing cuisine. It is often served as a side dish or appetizer in Chinese restaurants, but can also be enjoyed as a main course with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
- 500g pork belly, sliced thinly
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
- 3-4 dried chili peppers, chopped
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp doubanjiang (broad bean paste)
- 1 tbsp fermented black beans, washed and drained
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
About the recipe
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Portions: 4-6 servings
Difficulty: Medium