Pork Floss
- 2 hr 5 min
- Serves 4
- 11 ingredients
20 minutes to prep, 1 hour 45 minutes to cook. Silky pork floss is a savory, protein‑rich snack that melts in your mouth. Tender braised pork is shredded and caramelized with soy, sugar, and a hint of white pepper, creating a fluffy, dry texture perfect for snacking or topping salads.
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Method
Trim any visible fat and sinew from the pork tenderloin, then slice it into medallions about 3/4 inch thick.
Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil, add the pork medallions, and blanch for 10 minutes; drain and set the pork aside, discarding the blanching water.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The pork is blanched and drained before braising. Discard the blanching water as directed.
In a clean pot, combine the blanched pork, whole onion, garlic cloves, ginger slices, the white part of the scallion, white peppercorns, and Shaoxing wine; add enough cold water to fully cover the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce to a low simmer and braise for approximately 1 hour, or until the pork becomes fall‑apart tender.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The pork pulls apart easily after braising. Keep the simmer gentle while the pork becomes tender.
Remove the pork from the broth and shred it using two forks or a pestle, breaking the fibers into fine strands.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The pork is separated into fine strands. Break up larger fibers so the strands dry evenly.
Transfer the shredded pork to a bowl and season with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and MSG; mix thoroughly to ensure even coating.
Heat a large, wide pan or wok over low heat, add the seasoned pork, and continuously stir‑fry for about 45 minutes, allowing the moisture to evaporate and the strands to become dry, fluffy, and lightly caramelized.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The strands are dry, fluffy and lightly caramelized. Keep the pork moving continuously to prevent scorching.
Once the pork floss reaches a dry, airy texture, remove it from the heat, let it cool completely, and store in an airtight container.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The cooled floss feels dry and airy. Cool completely before sealing in an airtight container.
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