A delightful stir-fry featuring leeks and barbecued pork, balanced with sweet and savory flavors.
A delightful stir-fry featuring leeks and barbecued pork, balanced with sweet and savory flavors.
Leek, washed, diagonally sliced into ¼-inch thick pieces
0 lb
tablespoons
Ginger, peeled and minced
tablespoons
Barbecued Pork, thinly sliced
cups
Shaoxing Wine
tablespoons
Basting Sauce, from Barbecued Pork
tablespoons
1. Prepare the Leeks
Prepare the leeks by removing the tough outer leaves, washing them thoroughly, and slicing them diagonally into ¼-inch thick pieces. Include both the white and tender green parts to ensure a mix of textures and flavors.
2. Heat the Wok
Heat a wok over high heat for about 45 seconds until it is hot. Pour in the peanut oil and swirl it around to coat the wok evenly. Add the minced ginger and stir it briefly until it's fragrant.
3. Add Barbecued Pork
Add the thinly sliced Barbecued Pork to the wok. Continue to stir and cook for about a minute, allowing the pork to heat through and combine with the ginger's aroma.
4. Deglaze with Shaoxing Wine
Drizzle the Shaoxing wine along the edge of the wok. This technique will help deglaze the wok, lifting any caramelized bits and enhancing the dish's flavor. You should hear a satisfying sizzle as the wine hits the hot surface.
5. Add Basting Sauce
Stir in the basting sauce from the Barbecued Pork, mixing everything together until well combined.
6. Cook the Leeks
Add the sliced leeks to the wok. Cook and stir them for about 2 minutes until they become vibrant and tender, ensuring the flavors meld together beautifully.
7. Serve
Turn off the heat and transfer the stir-fry to a heated dish. Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors in this quick and easy stir-fry.
Source high-quality barbecued pork and choose firm, fresh leeks with a bright color.
Use a wok or heavy skillet that can handle high heat and preheat until very hot before adding oil and ingredients.
Prepare all ingredients before cooking and cut leeks at an angle for better caramelization and flavor absorption.
Use a carbon steel wok or cast iron skillet with a high smoke point oil for optimal stir-frying.
Serve stir-fries right after cooking to enjoy peak flavors and textures.
Comments (0)