It sounds like you’re interested in a recipe for General Tso Pork Balls, a delicious dish with a sweet and slightly spicy sauce. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
General Tso Pork Balls
INGREDIENTS:
For the Pork Balls:
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Prepare the Pork Balls:
- In a large bowl, combine ground pork, breadcrumbs, green onions, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined. Form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Fry the Pork Balls:
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large, deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the pork balls in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- Make the General Tso Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, cornstarch, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Cook the Sauce:
- In a pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the sauce mixture and stir constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Combine Sauce and Pork Balls:
- Add the fried pork balls to the sauce, tossing to coat them evenly.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Transfer the coated pork balls to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
Enjoy your General Tso Pork Balls! Adjust the level of spiciness and sweetness to suit your taste.
