Meat Recipes - Plain Deep-Fried Sliced Pork

Ingredients

• 1 1/2lb (700g) pork tenderloin

• 2 egg whites

• 1 1/2 tbsp cornstarch

• vegetable oil for deep-frying

DIP

• 1 tbsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp salt

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Method:

1. Slice the pork against the grain into thin slices. Using a mallet, bat the slices until they are very thin, then cut into uniform strips, about 7.5cm by 5cm (3 inch x 2 inch). Put the strips into a bowl and set aside.

2. Beat the egg whites until they are frothy. Gradually beat in the cornstarch until the mixture forms a smooth batter. Pour the batter into the bowl and toss the pork strips until they are thoroughly coated. Set aside for 10 minutes.

3. Fill a large saucepan one-third full with oil and heat until it is hot. Carefully lower the meat strips. a few at a time, into the oil and fry for 1 minute until they are browned and crisp. Remove from the oil ad drain on kitchen towels.

4. TO MAKE THE DIP: Fry the salt and pepper in a small frying-pan over moderately low hat for 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat and transfer the mixture to a small bowl. Serve the pork at once, with the dip.