Colorful Bell Pepper and Pork Stir-fry: Mannamui Gwangjang Recipe
Man’s Must-Try Dish! Colorful Bell Pepper and Pork Stir-fry Recipe
This is the Bell Pepper and Pork Stir-fry that gained popularity after being featured on the TV show ‘Mannamui Gwangjang’. The vibrant colors of bell peppers combined with tender pork create a dish that is both delicious and healthy. It’s quick and easy to make, perfect for a side dish or a tasty accompaniment to drinks!
Main Ingredients- 1 Yellow Bell Pepper
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- 200g Pork (ground or thinly sliced for bulgogi)
- 2 Cheongyang Peppers (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1 Green Onion
Seasoning- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- Pinch of Salt
- Pinch of Ground Black Pepper
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- Pinch of Salt
- Pinch of Ground Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the main ingredients for our dish. You’ll need one yellow bell pepper, one red bell pepper, 200g of pork (you can use ground pork or thinly sliced pork meant for bulgogi), two Cheongyang peppers for a touch of heat (feel free to adjust this based on your spice tolerance), and one green onion. For the seasoning, gather 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, and a pinch each of salt and ground black pepper for the final seasoning.
Step 2
Wash the bell peppers thoroughly. Remove the stems and carefully scoop out the seeds. Next, slice them into strips that are a good size for stir-frying. Aim for a moderate thickness; if they’re too thin, they might become mushy during cooking.
Step 3
Now, heat up your pan. Add about 3 tablespoons of cooking oil, ensuring there’s enough to coat the bottom. Add the chopped green onion to the pan and sauté it over medium-low heat. This process creates ‘green onion oil,’ which infuses the cooking oil with a wonderful aroma and flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the dish. Be careful not to burn the green onions; you want to gently extract their fragrance.
Step 4
Once the aromatic green onion oil is ready, add the prepared pork to the pan and begin to stir-fry. Cook the pork until its color turns opaque and it’s no longer pink. It’s best to cook this over medium heat rather than high heat to ensure the pork cooks evenly all the way through without burning.
Step 5
When the pork is almost cooked, it’s time to add the seasonings. Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of sugar to the pan. Stir-fry everything together until the pork is well coated with the sauce. The sugar adds a lovely sweet and savory balance, making this a truly delightful side dish for rice.
Step 6
Finally, add the julienned yellow and red bell peppers, along with the chopped Cheongyang peppers. Stir-fry them with the pork and other ingredients. Bell peppers cook quickly; you want them to be slightly tender but still retain a pleasant crunch. Avoid overcooking them, as they can lose their texture. If you prefer a milder dish, especially for children, you can omit the Cheongyang peppers or stir-fry them separately.
Step 7
Now that all the ingredients are combined, let’s adjust the seasoning. Add a small pinch of salt to taste and a dash of ground black pepper for extra flavor. Taste the stir-fry and add more salt if needed to achieve your desired flavor profile.
Step 8
We’re almost there! Just before you turn off the heat, drizzle a tablespoon of sesame oil over the stir-fry. This adds a wonderful nutty aroma that completes the dish beautifully. Sesame oil’s fragrance is best preserved when added at the very end, as prolonged heating can diminish its flavor.
Step 9
And there you have it – a delicious Colorful Bell Pepper and Pork Stir-fry! Its vibrant colors and rich flavors will surely brighten up your meal. Enjoy your cooking!
