“Steamed Pork with Glutinous Rice Flour” is a culinary masterpiece that not only pleases the palate but also stirs the soul. When the hot steam permeates from the steamer, the fragrant aroma of meat and rice intertwines in the air, instantly arousing the cravings of the taste buds. The tender and juicy pork seamlessly blends with the delicate and smooth glutinous rice flour, creating an astonishing delight with each mouthful.
Ingredients for steamed pork
| Streaky pork | 500g |
| Steamed Pork Rice noodles | A bag |
| Chopped ginger | 3g |
| Light soy sauce2 spoons | 2 spoons |
| Dark soy sauce | Half a spoon |
| Pepper | 1g |
| Fermented bean curd | 3g |
| Starch | 3g |
| Potato | one |
Steps:
1.Use a small knife to scrape off the hair and dirt from the pork belly, then rinse it thoroughly with clean water. Pour some cooking wine into a pot of boiling water and blanch the pork for two minutes, followed by rinsing it with warm water.
2.Cut the pork belly into thin and even slices.
3.Place the sliced pork into a bowl and add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine, pepper powder, minced ginger, fermented bean curd. Put on gloves and mix everything thoroughly.Add a little bit of cornstarch and mix well. Marinate for about half an hour.
4.Add the marinated pork slices to the prepared rice noodles for steaming. Add a little water, salt, and chicken bouillon for seasoning. Mix everything thoroughly with your hands.
5.Place potato slices into the mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated with the rice noodle mixture. (You can also use sweet potato or pumpkin slices).
6.Arrange the pork slices at the bottom of a deep bowl, with the skin side facing down. Place any remaining pork slices on top, and finally arrange the potato slices on the surface.Steam the dish. If using a pressure cooker, steam for approximately 40 minutes; for a regular steamer, steam for about an hour or more.
7.Once cooked, place a deep plate over the bowl, then invert it.
8.Serve and enjoy.
Tip
1.The prepared steamed meat with rice noodles should be cooled, stored in a sealed container, and kept away from light to prevent moisture absorption. You can also add cinnamon, bay leaves, thirteen-spice blend, or other seasonings to the flour for a richer aroma.
2.Adding white sugar during marination helps to remove any gamey taste and enhance the freshness and tenderness of the meat.
Once cooled, with a gentle slice, the golden exterior of the glutinous rice flour unveils the aromatic secret of the meat. The tender texture exudes a rich meaty juice on the palate, providing an unforgettable taste. Completely engrossed in this delectable experience, it feels as though time has momentarily ceased, leaving only pure bliss and fascination with the dish.