Sugar-Free Chinese-Style Steamed Pork with Preserved Vegetables
Delight in the wholesome flavors of this Sugar-Free Chinese-Style Steamed Pork with Preserved Vegetables, a healthy and aromatic twist on a classic dish. Featuring tender slices of pork shoulder infused with a savory blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, this recipe harnesses the rich umami of preserved mustard greens (Mei Cai) while remaining free of added sugar. Perfectly steamed to lock in moisture and flavor, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence brimming with authentic Chinese culinary charm. Ready in just an hour and ideal for pairing with steamed rice, this dish promises a comfort food experience that's both heartwarming and health-conscious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Pork shoulder
- 100 grams Preserved mustard greens (Mei Cai)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice wine
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon, grated Ginger
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon White pepper
Instructions
Begin by rinsing the preserved mustard greens under cold water to reduce excess saltiness. Squeeze out any remaining water, then finely chop the greens and set them aside.
Slice the pork shoulder into thin, bite-sized pieces, about 1/4 inch thick to ensure even cooking.
In a large bowl, combine the sliced pork with soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and white pepper. Mix well to ensure the pork is evenly coated, and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
After marination, mix the chopped preserved mustard greens into the marinated pork, ensuring even distribution.
Transfer the mixture to a heatproof plate or dish suitable for steaming.
Prepare a steamer setup by bringing water to a boil in a pot or wok. Place the dish with the pork mixture on a steam rack inside the pot, cover, and steam over medium-high heat for 35-40 minutes, or until the pork is tender.
Once cooked, carefully remove the dish from the steamer using oven mitts, as it will be very hot.
Serve the steamed pork with preserved vegetables hot, alongside steamed rice or your choice of side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.0 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.8 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 4188 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 124.1 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2236 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
