Q: Do I need any additional seasonings besides the chicken sauce?
A: No, the smoked pork is already seasoned with plenty of spices and salt, so only the chicken sauce is needed for flavor.
Q: Can I substitute another type of meat for smoked pork in this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use other types of cured or smoked meats, but the flavor profile will change accordingly.
Stir-Fried Smoked Pork with Red Turnip Greens
Notes
- Red Turnip Greens (红菜苔) - 300 grams
- Smoked Pork (熏腊肉) - 100 grams
- Ginger - 1/5 of a piece
- Cooking Oil - 2 tablespoons
- Chicken Sauce (太太乐鸡汁) - 1 tablespoon
- Peel the outer skin off the red turnip greens, break them into roughly equal lengths by hand, wash thoroughly, and drain.
- Cut the ginger into small slices.
- Slice the smoked pork thinly.
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan.
- Add the ginger slices and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the smoked pork and continue to sauté until fragrant.
- Cook until the fat from the pork is rendered and becomes fragrant and slightly crispy.
- Add the red turnip greens to the pan.
- Stir-fry all the ingredients together evenly.
- Add about one tablespoon of chicken sauce and stir-fry for a moment. The chicken sauce adds a rich and umami flavor to the dish.
- Drizzle a small amount of water around the edge of the pan.
- Cover with a lid and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir-fry again until everything is evenly mixed and cooked.
- Transfer to a serving plate. The aroma of the smoked pork should be very appetizing.
- Remember, no additional seasoning is necessary due to the already seasoned smoked pork.
- Taste a piece of the smoked pork to enjoy its crispy, savory, and delicious flavor.
- Try the red turnip greens for their crisp, refreshing, and appetizing taste.
- Enjoy this famous Hubei dish, known for its tender, crisp, and delicious flavors.
- Calories: Varies depending on portion size and specific ingredients used
- Rich in Protein: Smoked pork is a good source of protein
- Vitamins and Minerals: Red turnip greens are rich in vitamins and minerals