Authentic Chinese Garlic Pork Recipe

Name: Authentic Chinese Garlic Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork (I use a lean cut, loin is good); 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 1/2 cup fresh minced garlic (YES 1/2 cup!); 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon black pepper, course grind; 1/2 teaspoon salt; dry red pepper flakes, to taste, I use 2 - 4 pinches; 2 eggs; oil (for frying); Dipping Sauce; 1 1/2 cups water; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 5 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon garlic; 2 tablespoons vinegar (I use white); 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional, adds a good taste); 1 pinch of dried chili pepper flakes (or to taste); 1 tablespoon grated carrot; 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds

Servings: persons

2 lbs pork (I use a lean cut, loin is good)
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1/2 cup fresh minced garlic (YES 1/2 cup!)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper, course grind
1/2 teaspoon salt
dry red pepper flakes, to taste, I use 2 - 4 pinches
2 eggs
oil (for frying)
Dipping Sauce
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
5 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon garlic
2 tablespoons vinegar (I use white)
1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional, adds a good taste)
1 pinch of dried chili pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 tablespoon grated carrot
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds

1
For the Pork:.
2
Put pork in a bowl, cover with fresh cool water, add about 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Rub the pork, and then let set for about 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, rinse in clean water. This is a step that most Chinese do to clean the pork.
3
Slice pork 1/4 inch thick and in 1 x 1 inch pieces.
4
Combine the rest of the ingredients (ginger through eggs) in a non-metalic container. Add pork and mix thoroughly with the marinade.
5
Put in the refrigerator at least 6 hours, or even better, overnight. The longer the pork sits, the better the flavor.
6
Use a deep fry pan - wok is better. Heat 2 inches of oil (I use soy or a combination of Soy and Peanut) over medium/high heat. Fry the pork in batches until golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon to a tray.
7
For the Sauce:.
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Mix/whisk all and bring to boil either in a small saucepan or in a microwave safe bowl. Continue whisking so that the cornstarch does not lump up. Set aside.
9
Serve warm with dipping sauce.

795

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs pork (I use a lean cut, loin is good), 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated, 1/2 cup fresh minced garlic (YES 1/2 cup!), 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Authentic Chinese Garlic Pork falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Authentic Chinese Garlic Pork

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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