Stir-Fried Garlic Scapes with Braised Pork Intestines
A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender braised pork intestines paired with crisp garlic scapes, finished with a hint of dried chili for warmth.
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This classic Chinese home-style dish balances the rich, savory flavor of braised pork intestines with the fresh, mild bite of garlic scapes. The quick stir-frying method keeps the scapes crisp while allowing them to absorb the delicious braising juices from the intestines.
Ingredients
braised pork intestines
200g, pre-cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces
garlic scapes
150g, trimmed and cut into 2-inch lengths
vegetable oil
1 tablespoon
dried chili flakes
1/2 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Prep the ingredients
If your pork intestines aren't already prepared, braise them until tender first. Cut the braised intestines into bite-sized pieces. Wash the garlic scapes thoroughly, drain well, and snip off the woody tail ends. Cut the scapes into 2-inch lengths.
2
Start stir-frying the intestines
Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat. Add the cut intestines and sprinkle in the dried chili flakes. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until the intestines are heated through and lightly caramelized.
3
Add garlic scapes and season
Add the prepared garlic scapes to the wok along with the salt. Stir-fry quickly for about 1 minute, keeping the heat high. The scapes should remain crisp-tender with a bright green color.
4
Serve immediately
Transfer the stir-fry to a serving plate and enjoy right away while hot. This dish is best served immediately to appreciate the contrast between the tender intestines and crisp scapes.
