Szechuan Pork Recipe

Savor the flavors of this classic oriental dish.

Preparation Time

20 min.

Cooking Time

20 mins.

Serving Size

5

  • Main Dish
  • Pork
  • Del Monte Tomato Sauce

Ingredients:

  • 400 g pork, lomo/tenderloin
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  • - salt
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • - oil

FOR THE SAUCE

  • 1 pouch DEL MONTE Original Style Tomato Sauce (115g)
  • 2 tsp DEL MONTE Red Cane Vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp rice wine
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  • - salt
  • - pepper

  • 2 tsp oil
  • 1/3 cup garlic
  • 1/4 cup onion
  • 3 pc siling labuyo
  • 1/2 tsp ginger
  • 1 cup carrot
  • 1 tsp tenga ng daga
  • 1/4 cup labong/bamboo shoot
  • 1/3 cup bell pepper, green
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch

  • 6 cup rice

Preparation:

1. Season pork with soy sauce and salt. Sprinkle with cornstarch. Fry until lightly brown. Set aside.
2. In a bowl, combine all ingredients for sauce. Set aside.
3. Sauté garlic, onions, siling labuyo, ginger, pork, and all vegetables. Cook for 1 minute. Add sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil. Add cornstarch. Simmer until sauce thickens. Serve over steaming rice.

Lusog Notes

This Szechuan Pork recipe is rich in vitamin A which protects one from infections by keeping the immune system healthy. It is also a source of vitamin B1 that helps convert carbohydrates to energy and helps the nervous system function properly.

Chef`s Tip

Lomo or tenderloin is the best cut for this dish as it is tender and is good for quick cooking.

    Cooking Tools Needed

    • Mixing Bowl
    • Sauté Pan
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