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Tangsuyuk

Crispy fried pork in a sweet and tangy sauce with fresh vegetables. This beloved Korean-Chinese dish features tender meat coated in a glossy, flavor-packed glaze.

Total time
45 min
Servings
4
Calories
520
Protein
28g
Tangsuyuk
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Marinate pork cubes with 2 tbsp soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger for 15 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Coat marinated pork thoroughly.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 3 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry pork in batches 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

  4. Step 4

    In a saucepan, combine ketchup, rice vinegar, sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and water. Mix cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and add to sauce.

  5. Step 5

    Cook sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (2-3 minutes). Add minced garlic and red chili flakes.

  6. Step 6

    Toss crispy fried pork in the hot tangsuyuk sauce until coated evenly.

  7. Step 7

    Transfer to serving platter and top with diced bell peppers, onions, pineapple chunks, scallions, and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large bowl
  • shallow dish for dredging
  • candy/deep-fry thermometer
  • deep heavy-bottomed pot
  • paper towels
  • slotted spoon
  • saucepan
  • wooden spoon
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • serving platter

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