Caramelized pork and eggs

Caramelized Pork and Eggs

Caramelized Pork and Eggs is a popular Vietnamese dish that combines tender pork, eggs, and a sweet and savory caramel sauce. This article will provide a detailed recipe for making this delicious dish.

Ingredients

To make caramelized pork and eggs, you will need the following ingredients:

• 500 grams of pork belly, thinly sliced
• 4 eggs
• 3 tablespoons of fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon of minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon of minced shallots
• 1 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 teaspoon of chili flakes (optional)
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

Follow these steps to prepare caramelized pork and eggs:

1. In a bowl, combine the fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, minced shallots, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using). Mix well to create a marinade.
2. Add the sliced pork belly to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the marinated pork belly to the skillet and cook until it turns golden brown and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
5. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
6. Push the caramelized pork to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the other side.
7. Cook the eggs until they are set, then gently mix them with the caramelized pork.
8. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the eggs are fully cooked and the flavors are well combined.
9. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
10. Serve hot with steamed rice or rice noodles.

Variations

There are several variations of caramelized pork and eggs that you can try:

• Adding sliced onions or scallions for extra flavor and texture.
• Using chicken or beef instead of pork.
• Adding vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots for a more colorful dish.
• Adjusting the level of spiciness by adding more or less chili flakes.

See Also

• Vietnamese Cuisine
• Fish Sauce
• Pork Belly