RCI-BV.003.0006.001
Steamed Pork With Mustard Greens
(梅菜扣肉, pinyin: Méicàikòuròu) or is a Chinese dish from the Hakka people. It is very popular and tast
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- About 10.5 ounces mustard greens1 unit
- cornstarch combined with 1 teaspoon cold water1 teaspoon
- sugar1/2 teaspoon
- light soy sauce2 teaspoons
- rice wine or water1 teaspoon
- pork tenderloin3/4 pound
- vegetable oil2 tablespoons
- black bean and garlic sauce2 tablespoons
- About 2 tablespoons water1 unit
- Freshly ground black pepper1 unit
Method
1
Wash greens and discard tough stems. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add greens and time 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. Drain again, then cut greens into long diagonal strips.
2
In a medium bowl, combine cornstarch and water. Stir in sugar, soy sauce and rice wine. Cut pork into thin slices and add to the mixture. Marinate about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Heat oil in a preheated wok or large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add black bean sauce and stir-fry 1 minute, then add pork and stir-fry 2 minutes. Add mustard greens and water. Mix well and simmer gently about 4 to 5 minutes, until pork is cooked through and greens are tender. Season with pepper and serve.