Spicy and Sweet Stir-Fried Pork Neck Cartilage
The Best Simple Homemade Snack for Drinks! Easy Pork Neck Cartilage Stir-Fry Recipe
The best homemade snack for drinks! This simple and delicious pork neck cartilage stir-fry recipe is a hit. Chewy pork cartilage coated in a sweet and spicy sauce – perfect for any occasion.
Main Ingredients
- 300g Pork Neck Cartilage (thinly sliced)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Fish Sauce (or Anchovy Sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- Sesame Seeds to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s get our star ingredient ready: the pork neck cartilage! Since it’s often sold thinly sliced, it doesn’t usually need soaking to remove blood. If you have thicker cuts, soak them in cold water for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Now, let’s prepare the delicious sauce that will bring this dish to life.
Step 2
Time to make the flavorful sauce that defines this pork neck cartilage stir-fry! This ratio is perfect for about 300g of cartilage. In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp gochujang, 1 Tbsp gochugaru, 1 Tbsp sugar, and 1 Tbsp fish sauce. For a touch of sweetness and shine, add 2 Tbsp of rice syrup – if you don’t have it, you can simply add an extra tablespoon of sugar. Finally, stir in 3 Tbsp of soy sauce for that savory depth. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
Step 3
Now, let’s start stir-frying the pork neck cartilage! Heat a pan over high heat and add the thinly sliced cartilage. It cooks very quickly due to its thinness. The key is to stir-fry it until most of the moisture has evaporated and it’s almost fully cooked. Frying it until slightly crisp will make it even more delicious.
Step 4
Once the pork cartilage is almost cooked, add all the prepared sauce to the pan. Stir-fry together, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the cartilage beautifully. Be mindful of the heat to prevent the sauce from burning. The goal is a slightly crisp texture with a rich sauce. Towards the end, a sprinkle of black pepper will enhance the aroma. This simple stir-fry is incredibly tasty! I think this sauce would also be great for making seasoned rice balls (jumeokbap) next time.
Step 5
And there you have it – a wonderfully delicious stir-fried pork neck cartilage! The chewy texture combined with the sweet and spicy sauce creates an irresistible dish that’s perfect with drinks. It’s also a fantastic side dish for rice when you’re not feeling very hungry. Make your evening special tonight with this simple, homemade pork neck cartilage stir-fry!
