Chinese Pig Ear Salad
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Chinese Pig Ear Salad
Description
Chinese Pig Ear Salad combines pig ears boiled with ginger, scallions, and whole Sichuan peppercorns before cooling and slicing thinly along the gristle. The salad dressing blends Sichuan red chili oil, chicken stock, black vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, roasted sesame seeds, chopped spring onion, and coriander, imparting a spicy and tangy character. This dressing coated over the chewy pig ear strips brings a variety of textures and bold flavors typical of Sichuan cuisine. The dish can be garnished with fresh coriander to enhance the herbal freshness.
The pig ears contribute a unique firm and gelatinous texture that contrasts with the spicy and slightly sour dressing. The boiling step ensures tenderness while preserving some bite. The presence of Sichuan peppercorns and red oil introduces numbing heat and rich spice. This salad works well as a cold starter or a side dish accompanying other spicy or savory dishes.
If you prefer a milder spice level, substituting half the red oil with sesame oil softens the heat. Fresh shredded peppers can also be mixed with the pig ears for added crispness and flavor. The dish is practical for those appreciating textured meats with bold seasoning and is best served chilled or at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 3 pig ear
- 3 ginger sliced
- 1 scallion , cut into several sections
- Sichuan peppercorn several whole seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
Salad dressing
- 2 tablespoon Sichuan red oil
- 3 tablespoons chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame seed roasted
- spring onion , chopped
- Coriander , chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, add enough water to cover the pig ears and boil the pig ears with ginger, scallion and whole Sichuan peppercorn seeds for around 20 minutes. High fire during the whole process!
- Transfer the pig ears out, set aside to cool down. Cut into small strips along the gristle. Transfer to serving bowl.
- Prepare another large bowl; mix all the ingredients for salad dressing.
- Pour the salad dressing on top of the pig ear strips on serving plate. Decorate with coriander.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by mixing chili oil with sesame oil if you prefer less heat.
- Incorporate fresh shredded peppers with pig ear strips for additional texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 697 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 697kcal | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 44g | 88% |
| Fat | 53g | 82% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Cholesterol | 180mg | 60% |
| Sodium | 3007mg | 125% |
| Potassium | 892mg | 19% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 145IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 16.8mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3.6mg | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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