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Yan Jian Rou (Chili Pork

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This classic Chinese dish, Yan Jian Rou, delivers a perfect balance of spicy heat and savory richness. Thinly sliced lean pork is stir-fried to perfection and tossed with fresh mild chilies, aromatic garlic, and a quick sauce of soy, rice wine, and sugar. The result is a tender, flavorful main that&# 226;€™s ready in minutes. It’s ideal for weeknight dinners, pairing beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Simple ingredients create a complex, restaurant-quality meal at home.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 428.1
Description
This classic Chinese dish, Yan Jian Rou, delivers a perfect balance of spicy heat and savory richness. Thinly sliced lean pork is stir-fried to perfection and tossed with fresh mild chilies, aromatic garlic, and a quick sauce of soy, rice wine, and sugar. The result is a tender, flavorful main that&# 226;€™s ready in minutes. It’s ideal for weeknight dinners, pairing beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Simple ingredients create a complex, restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound Lean pork
  • 1 tablespoon Light soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoon Rice wine or dry sherry
  • 1 pn Salt
  • 2 teaspoon Sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoon Peanut oil
  • 8 ounce Fresh mild chiles
  • 3 tablespoon Finely chopped garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
Directions
  1. 1
    Slice the lean pork into thin 3-inch strips.
  2. 2
    Combine the pork slices with 1 tablespoon light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice wine, salt, and sesame oil. Mix well to coat.
  3. 3
    Cut the fresh chiles in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
  4. 4
    Heat a wok or large sauté pan over high heat until smoking hot.
  5. 5
    Add 1 1/2 tablespoons of peanut oil and the marinated pork. Stir-fry for 1 minute until just cooked through.
  6. 6
    Remove the pork from the wok using a slotted spoon and set aside.
  7. 7
    Add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of peanut oil to the hot wok.
  8. 8
    Add the chiles, garlic, red chili powder, and Sichuan peppercorns (if using). Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  9. 9
    Add 1 tablespoon water, the remaining 1 tablespoon rice wine, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Cook for 30 seconds.
  10. 10
    Return the pork to the wok and toss everything together for 1 minute to heat through.
  11. 11
    Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 428.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.9g46%
Saturated Fat 8.3g42%
Cholesterol 90.8mg31%
Sodium 97812.6mg4076%
Total Carbohydrate 6.6g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 32.0g64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

If Sichuan peppercorns are not available, you can omit them or substitute with a pinch of black pepper for extra warmth.

For a spicier kick, use hotter varieties of fresh chiles or increase the amount of red chili powder.

Ensure the wok is very hot before adding the oil to prevent the pork from stewing rather than frying.

Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice or egg noodles to soak up the flavorful juices.

Keywords: chinese, chili, pork, spicy, stir-fry, asian, dinner, quick, easy, garlic, soy sauce, pepper, wok, main course, weeknight
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