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Saucy Pork Tenderloin
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Saucy Fried Pork Tenderloin

Saucy fried pork tenderloin is a flavorful oriental dish featuring tender pork slices marinated, fried, and simmered in a savory sauce, offering a delightful culinary experience.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: saucy pork tenderloin
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 345kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1/2 kilo pork tenderloin sliced thinly
  • 1/2 cup soda or 7-up optional

For the marinade:

  • 2 Tbsp. cooking oil
  • 1 Tbsp. Chinese rice wine e.g. Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp. water
  • 1/2 tsp. soy sauce

For the sauce:

  • 3 Tbsp. banana catsup
  • 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Tbsp. Chinese rice wine
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • a dash of ground pepper
  • 1 tsp. fish sauce or patis

Instructions

How to cook Saucy Fried Pork Tenderloin:

  • Combine the cooking oil, rice wine, and soy sauce. Then add the sliced pork in the mixture. Mix well.
  • Combine cornstarch, baking soda and water to make a slurry. Then mix with the marinade and pork.
  • You can also add soda or 7-up to the mixture to make it extra tender. Let stand for at least 15 to 30 minutes.
  • After marinating the pork tenderloin slices, fry then and cook halfway.
  • Mix all the sauce ingredients.
  • Pour the mixture into the pre-fried pork tenderloin.
  • Let boil for a few minutes then serve immediately.

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Notes

Cooking Tips for Saucy Fried Pork Tenderloin Recipe:

1. Marinate for Maximum Flavor
Marinate the pork slices in a mixture of cooking oil, rice wine, and soy sauce for at least 15 to 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to penetrate the meat, resulting in a more flavorful dish. You can also add soda or 7-up to the marinade for an extra tender texture.
2. Fry to Golden Perfection
When frying the marinated pork slices, cook them halfway first. This ensures that the pork is cooked evenly and prevents it from becoming too tough. Use a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pan filled with enough oil to fully submerge the pork slices.
3. Perfect the Sauce
To make the sauce, mix all the sauce ingredients well and pour it over the pre-fried pork tenderloin. Let it boil for a few minutes to thicken and coat the pork slices evenly. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference before serving.