Szechuan Style Pork

Szechuan Style Pork is a vibrant and spicy dish featuring tender pork stir-fried with a medley of vegetables and a bold, aromatic sauce. This Halal version maintains authentic flavors while ensuring all ingredients comply with dietary restrictions.

Ingredients

• Pork shoulder - 300 grams, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli - 100 grams, cut into florets
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch piece, minced
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Dried red chili peppers - 3, or to taste
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Green onions - 2, sliced for garnish

Steps

1. In a bowl, marinate the sliced pork with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar for about 10 minutes.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add Szechuan peppercorns and dried red chili peppers, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the marinated pork to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Stir-fry the garlic, ginger, bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot for about 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Return the pork to the skillet and add the remaining soy sauce and chili paste. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Drizzle with sesame oil and toss again before serving.
7. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot with steamed rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Pork is a good source of protein, essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Broccoli and carrots provide vitamins and antioxidants that support immune health.

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