Tangcu Muli Rouwan (Sweet and Sour Pork Oyster Meat

Name: Tangcu Muli Rouwan (Sweet and Sour Pork Oyster Meatballs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups canola oil; 10 ounces ground pork; 10 shucked oysters, minced; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 scallions, minced; 1 12 inches piece ginger, peeled and minced; 1 egg white, beaten; ¼ cup cornstarch; ¼ cup chinese red chile bean paste (douban jiang); 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce; 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon Chinkiang vinegar; steamed rice, for serving

Servings: persons

3 cups canola oil
10 ounces ground pork
10 shucked oysters, minced
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 scallions, minced
1 12 inches piece ginger, peeled and minced
1 egg white, beaten
¼ cup cornstarch
¼ cup chinese red chile bean paste (douban jiang)
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Chinkiang vinegar
steamed rice, for serving

1
Heat oil in a 14 inch flat-bottomed wok or frying pan to 350 degrees F.
2
Mix pork, oysters, half the garlic, along with scallions, ginger, and egg white in a bowl.
3
Form the mixture into thirteen 1 1/2 inch balls; set aside.
4
Mix cornstarch and 1/4 cup water in a bowl.
5
Working in 2 batches, dip meatballs in cornstarch mixture and add to oil.
6
Cook, turning as needed, until browned, 46 minutes.
7
Using a slotted spoon, transfer meatballs to paper towels to drain; set aside.
8
Discard all but 3 tablespoons oil.
9
Return wok to medium-high heat.
10
Add remaining garlic; cook until fragrant.
11
Add paste, soy, sherry, sugar, and vinegar.
12
Bring to a boil and cook until sauce is thick, 57 minutes.
13
Add meatballs; cook until hot, 23 minutes more.
14
Serve with rice.

2121

kcal

Calories

198

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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups canola oil, 10 ounces ground pork, 10 shucked oysters, minced, 6 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Tangcu Muli Rouwan (Sweet and Sour Pork Oyster Meatballs) 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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Tangcu Muli Rouwan (Sweet and Sour Pork Oyster Meatballs)

Tips for the best results

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