Pork Slices in Garlic Sauce (蒜泥白肉)
This dish is perfect for those who love the pungent, spicy kick of garlic paired with the tender texture of thinly sliced pork. It's a popular appetizer or main dish in Sichuan cuisine.
Ingredients
For the Pork:
- 500 g pork belly or pork loin
- 1 stalk green onion
- 2-3 slices of ginger
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Garlic Sauce:
- 4-5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Optional: 1 teaspoon chili oil for heat
For Garnish:
- Coriander leaves or additional green onions chopped
Instructions
Cook the Pork:
- Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add the pork, green onion, ginger slices, and salt.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the pork is fully cooked.
- Remove the pork from the pot and let it cool. Once cool, slice it into thin pieces.
Prepare the Garlic Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar. Mix well.
- Optional: Add chili oil for some heat, if desired.
Assemble the Dish:
- Arrange the sliced pork on a serving plate.
- Drizzle the garlic sauce over the pork slices.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle with chopped coriander leaves or green onions for added color and flavor.
- Serve either chilled or at room temperature.
