Q: Can I use chicken breast instead of lean pork in this recipe?
A: Yes, chicken breast can be a good substitute for lean pork, just ensure it’s thinly sliced and properly marinated.
Q: Is it necessary to soak the string beans in water?
A: Soaking the string beans in water helps to clean them thoroughly and might also improve their texture after cooking.
Q: Can I use a different brand of chicken sauce if I don’t have Tai Tai Le?
A: Yes, any brand of chicken sauce can be used, but the taste might vary slightly.
Chicken Sauce String Beans (鸡汁豆角)
Notes
Ingredients:
- String beans, 250g
- Lean pork, 100g
- Garlic, 1 clove
- Tai Tai Le chicken sauce, 1 spoonful
- Salt, a pinch
- Cornstarch, 1 spoonful
- Soy sauce, a few drops
- Water, as needed
- Trim the ends and strings of the string beans and cut them in half. Soak in water for 20 minutes.
- Slice the lean pork and marinate with oil, salt, soy sauce, and cornstarch for at least 10 minutes.
- Boil the string beans with a pinch of salt for 2-3 minutes, then remove from water.
- Heat oil in a pan and stir-fry the pork slices until they change color. Remove and set aside.
- Add more oil and fry the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the string beans and a pinch of salt, stir-fry evenly.
- Reintroduce the pork slices to the pan.
- Add a spoonful of Tai Tai Le chicken sauce, stir well, and cook until evenly mixed.
- Once everything is well combined and heated through, the dish is ready to serve.
- Calories: Moderate (mainly from lean pork and oil)
- Fiber: High (from string beans)
- Protein: Good source (from lean pork)
- Sodium: Moderate (adjust salt and soy sauce to taste)
