Spicy Grilled Pork with Cheongyang Peppers
Spicy and Flavorful Grilled Pork
We’ve made grilled pork spicy by adding fresh Cheongyang peppers. This dish offers a delightful kick and savory depth, perfect for a quick meal or a flavorful side.
Main Ingredients- Pork (shoulder or belly), thinly sliced: 400g
- Red chili pepper: 1 (seeds removed)
- Cheongyang chili pepper: 2 (seeds removed)
- Cooking oil: a little (for the pan)
- Toasted sesame seeds: a little (for garnish)
Spicy Marinade- Soy sauce: 4 Tbsp
- Sugar: 1 Tbsp (adjust to taste)
- Plum extract: 1 Tbsp (enhances flavor)
- Mirin (cooking wine): 2 Tbsp (removes gamey odor)
- Minced garlic: 2 Tbsp (rich flavor)
- Fish sauce or anchovy sauce: 1 tsp (adds umami)
- Sesame oil: 1 Tbsp (nutty aroma)
- Black pepper: a pinch (to taste)
- Soy sauce: 4 Tbsp
- Sugar: 1 Tbsp (adjust to taste)
- Plum extract: 1 Tbsp (enhances flavor)
- Mirin (cooking wine): 2 Tbsp (removes gamey odor)
- Minced garlic: 2 Tbsp (rich flavor)
- Fish sauce or anchovy sauce: 1 tsp (adds umami)
- Sesame oil: 1 Tbsp (nutty aroma)
- Black pepper: a pinch (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the chili peppers for the spicy kick. Wash the red chili pepper and two Cheongyang chili peppers, remove their stems, scrape out the seeds, and finely mince them. To create a rich and flavorful marinade, combine 4 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp plum extract, 2 Tbsp mirin, 2 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 tsp fish sauce, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, and a pinch of black pepper in a bowl. Mix them well until you have a smooth marinade. You can adjust the sugar amount according to your preference.
Step 2
Now, let’s prepare the pork. Take 400g of thinly sliced pork. Pour the prepared marinade over the pork, and add the minced red and Cheongyang chili peppers. Gently mix everything together with your hands, ensuring the pork is evenly coated. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. The marinating time can be adjusted based on the thickness of the pork and the saltiness of the marinade.
Step 3
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and lightly coat it with cooking oil. Place the marinated pork slices into the pan, ensuring they are in a single layer and not overlapping. Cooking over medium heat rather than high heat will prevent the pork from burning and ensure it cooks through evenly and stays juicy. Grill the pork, flipping it occasionally, until it’s nicely browned and cooked through on both sides. It’s important to make sure the pork is fully cooked.
Step 4
Transfer the deliciously grilled spicy pork to a serving plate. For a final touch of nutty aroma and visual appeal, sprinkle a little toasted sesame seeds over the top. Your Spicy Grilled Pork with Cheongyang Peppers is now ready to be enjoyed! It pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or fresh lettuce wraps.
