Herzhaftes Schweinehackfleisch mit Chinakohl

Zutaten

• 1 lb ground pork
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce (for color)
• 1 tablespoon rice wine (or mirin)
• 1/2 tablespoon rock sugar or brown sugar
• 1/2 cup water or broth
• 1/2 head napa cabbage (about 4–5 cups chopped)
• 1 red chili pepper, chopped (optional)
• White pepper, to taste (optional)
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Cooking oil, as needed

Zubereitung

1. 1

   Cook the pork:Heat a large skillet over medium...: Cook the pork:Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground pork and minced garlic together. Cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking up the pork, until browned and slightly crispy.

2. 2

   Simmer with seasonings:Add soy sauce, dark soy sauce,...: Simmer with seasonings:Add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, and water or broth to the pork. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces slightly. Remove the pork from the pan and set aside.

3. 3

   Stir-fry the cabbage:In the same pan, add a...: Stir-fry the cabbage:In the same pan, add a bit of oil if needed. Add chopped red chili (if using) and sauté for about 30 seconds. Add napa cabbage and stir-fry for about 5 minutes, until slightly wilted but still crisp.

4. 4

   Combine and finish:Return the pork to the pan...: Combine and finish:Return the pork to the pan and toss with the cabbage. Stir in green onions and season with white pepper to taste. Cook for 1–2 more minutes to combine.

5. 5

   Serve:Remove from heat and serve hot with steamed...: Serve:Remove from heat and serve hot with steamed rice.