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Spicy Kung Pao Pork

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound Diced pork
  • 6 each Dried red chili peppers
  • 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 2 stalks Green onions
  • 1/2 cup Roasted peanuts
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the diced pork in soy sauce and cornstarch for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the rice vinegar, sugar, and 1/4 cup of water; set aside.
  3. Heat a wok or large pan on high and add the vegetable oil. When the oil is hot, add the red chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns. Stir-fry quickly for about 30 seconds until the peppers turn black.
  4. Add the diced pork to the pan and stir-fry until it is fully cooked.
  5. Crush the garlic and chop the green onions, then add to the pan. Continue to stir-fry for another minute.
  6. Pour in the vinegar and sugar mixture and add the roasted peanuts. Stir well to combine.
  7. Serve immediately over steamy white rice.