Charles Phan's Steamed Ground Pork with Salted Fish

Name: Charles Phan's Steamed Ground Pork with Salted Fish Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound boneless country pork spareribs or ground pork; 3 medium shiitake mushrooms, cleaned, stemmed, and finely chopped; 1 medium shallot, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon fish sauce, plus more as needed; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 teaspoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 (2-by-1-inch-long and 1/2-inch-thick) piece salted mackerel or 5 anchovy fillets; 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled, thinly sliced, then cut into very thin matchsticks; Basic Steamed White Rice, for serving

Servings: persons

1/2 pound boneless country pork spareribs or ground pork
3 medium shiitake mushrooms, cleaned, stemmed, and finely chopped
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fish sauce, plus more as needed
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 (2-by-1-inch-long and 1/2-inch-thick) piece salted mackerel or 5 anchovy fillets
1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled, thinly sliced, then cut into very thin matchsticks
Basic Steamed White Rice, for serving

1
Fill a large wok with 1 inch of water and place a large bamboo steamer inside.
2
(The water should not touch the bottom of the steamer.)
3
If you dont have a wok and a bamboo steamer, use a large frying pan and foil as described above in Special equipment.
4
Bring the water to a simmer over medium heat.
5
Meanwhile, if using country spareribs, chop the meat with a knife or cleaver until very fine and pastelike.
6
Place pork (chopped or ground) in a medium bowl.
7
Add mushrooms, shallot, fish sauce, cornstarch, oil, and a large pinch each of salt and pepper and stir to combine.
8
Check mixture for proper seasoning by forming a small, thin patty.
9
Pan-fry it until the center is no longer pink.
10
Taste, adding additional fish sauce, salt, or pepper as needed, keeping in mind that there will be additional salt in the dish from the salted fish.
11
Place pork mixture in a slightly rimmed (to contain the juices) heatproof dish about 8 inches in diameter.
12
Press the pork across the dish to form a large 1/4-inch-thick patty.
13
If using salted mackerel, place it in the center of the pork patty.
14
If using anchovies, scatter them in a single layer on top of the pork patty.
15
Evenly sprinkle with ginger and drizzle with a little olive oil.
16
Carefully place the dish in the bamboo steamer or on top of the foil coils.
17
Cover the wok or frying pan with a tightfitting lid or a sheet of aluminum foil and steam until the mixture is just cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes.
18
Serve with rice.

203

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound boneless country pork spareribs or ground pork, 3 medium shiitake mushrooms, cleaned, stemmed, and finely chopped, 1 medium shallot, finely chopped, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, plus more as needed, and more.

Yes, Charles Phan's Steamed Ground Pork with Salted Fish Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Charles Phan's Steamed Ground Pork with Salted Fish Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions