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Hunan Pork and Egg Stir Fry with Peppers

Hunan Pork and Egg Stir Fry with Peppers (La Jiao Chao Rou)

Lin
This authentic Hunan-style stir-fry combines tender pork loin, rich pork belly, fluffy eggs, and blistered peppers in a savory, slightly spicy sauce. It is known as a 'rice killer' because it pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese, Hunan
Servings 3 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Knife and Cutting Board

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 Long Green Peppers (Screw peppers or Anaheim) sliced
  • 1 Line Pepper (Cayenne or Serrano) optional, for medium heat
  • 1 Millet Pepper (Thai Chili) optional, for extra heat
  • 3 large eggs beaten
  • 3.5 oz pork loin thinly sliced (approx 100g)
  • 1.7 oz pork belly thinly sliced (approx 50g)
  • 5 cloves garlic sliced
  • 0.5 tbsp fermented black beans (douchi)

Marinade for Lean Pork

  • 1/5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tsp cornstarch

Marinade for Pork Belly

  • 0.5 tbsp Shaoxing cooking wine

Sauce Mixture

  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 0.5 tsp sugar
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup water

Final Seasoning

  • 0.5 tbsp dark soy sauce for color

Instructions
 

  • Prep the ingredients: Beat the eggs in a bowl. Slice all peppers into bite-sized pieces. Slice the garlic. Slice the pork belly and pork loin thinly and keep them separate.
    Slice the screw peppers (or Anaheim/Jalapeño mix) into bite-sized chunks or strips. Slice the garlic. Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them well.
  • Marinate the meats: In a small bowl, mix the sliced pork loin with 1/5 tsp salt, 1 tbsp light soy sauce, and 1 tbsp cornstarch. Mix well. In a separate spot, mix the pork belly with 1/2 tbsp cooking wine.
    Marinate the Meats (The Secret to Tenderness)
  • Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1/2 tsp sugar, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 cup water.
    Mix the Sauce
  • Cook the eggs: Heat a wok or pan with 1 tbsp oil over high heat. Pour in the egg liquid. Stir quickly until just set and fluffy. Remove immediately to keep them tender.
    Cook the Eggs
  • Blister the peppers: In the same wok (no need to wash if clean), add the peppers. Stir-fry over medium heat until the skins start to blister and look slightly charred. Remove and set aside.
    Blister the Peppers
  • Cook the pork: Turn heat to low. Add 1 tbsp oil to the wok. Add the pork belly and 1/2 tbsp fermented black beans. Stir-fry until the belly renders fat and smells aromatic. Turn heat to medium-high, add the marinated lean pork and garlic. Stir-fry until the meat turns white.
    Stir-fry the Meats
  • Simmer: Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the wok. Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat for 3 minutes to blend flavors.
    Pour the prepared sauce (from Step 3) into the wok. Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat for 3 minutes.
  • Final Toss: Uncover, turn heat to high. Add the cooked eggs and blistered peppers back into the wok. Add 1/2 tbsp dark soy sauce for color. Stir-fry constantly until the sauce thickens slightly and coats everything beautifully. Serve hot.
    Serve immediately over steaming hot rice!

Notes

Notes:
Feel free to adjust the chili peppers based on your spice tolerance. Removing seeds will reduce the heat.
Nutrition Information (Estimate):
Calories: 420 kcal | Protein: 28g | Fat: 32g | Carbs: 8g | Sodium: 980mg
(Disclaimer: Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. Garnishes and optional items are not included. Actual values vary.)
Allergen Warning: Contains Eggs, Soy, Gluten (from soy sauce). Ensure pork is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Keyword authentic Hunan recipes, Chinese pork and pepper stir fry, La Jiao Chao Rou Mo, spicy pork and eggs