Taiwanese Ground Pork and Pickled Cucumbers

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Taiwanese Ground Pork and Pickled Cucumbers
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 18, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 cup pickled cucumbers, chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, sugar, and white pepper until well combined.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pork is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add the pickled cucumbers and green onions and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until heated through.
  4. Serve with steamed white rice.

Interesting Facts

  • The dish originates from the Taiwanese city of Taichung.
  • It's a popular dish in Taiwanese night markets.
  • Ground pork is a popular protein choice in Taiwanese cuisine.