Pig tongue is one of the unique parts with a distinctive flavor, often transformed into various irresistibly appetizing dishes. However, many are still hesitant about how to properly prepare pig tongue. In this article, Mytour will share the secrets for preparing pig tongue as well as a delicious dish you can try right away: lemongrass and chili pig tongue stir-fry.
Introduction to Lemongrass and Chili Pig Tongue Stir-fry
Pig tongue is a unique part, used to create many delicious dishes. Among them are standout dishes like grilled pig tongue, spicy and sour pig tongue salad, boiled pig tongue with garlic chili fish sauce dip, pig tongue cooked in Lagu sauce,…
Pig tongue, when prepared, acquires a uniquely tender and crispy texture. Hence, it's perfect for stir-fries. With the recipe for pig tongue stir-fried with lemongrass and chili that Blog Mytour is about to share, you'll only need about 15 minutes to whip up a perfect dish for gentlemen gatherings.
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Thinly sliced pig tongue, marinated in rich spices, and thoroughly cleaned, so it's not pungent when eaten. Combined with spicy chili and fragrant lemongrass, it makes the dish even more enticing than ever.
2. Recipe for Pig Tongue Stir-fried with Lemongrass and Chili
Making pig tongue stir-fried with lemongrass and chili is not at all difficult, and the ingredients are also very common and easy to find. Just pay attention to cleaning the pig tongue thoroughly to make the dish even tastier.
Prepare the Ingredients
Khẩu phần | Thời gian chuẩn bị | Thời gian chế biến | Độ khó |
3 -4 người | 20 phút
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15 phút | Dễ |
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Cooking Steps
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
For Pig Tongue:
- Wash the pig tongue thoroughly with clean water.
- Prepare a pot of boiling water and blanch the pig tongue for about 5 minutes, adding 1 teaspoon of salt. After removing, use a sharp knife to scrape off the white membrane surrounding the tongue. Note to scrape the stem part to completely remove the slime and odor.
- Next, use salt or lime juice/white wine to massage the pig tongue thoroughly. Rinse with clean water and repeat this process 1 – 2 more times. Finally, drain the water and slice the tongue into bite-sized pieces.
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For Other Ingredients:
- Remove old leaves from lemongrass, wash thoroughly, and finely chop. Remove seeds from chili and finely chop. Peel garlic and finely chop.
- Remove wilted leaves from spring onions and cilantro, wash, drain, and finely chop.
Step 2: Marinate the Pig Tongue
- Place the pig tongue in a bowl, add: 2 teaspoons of seasoning powder, 1 teaspoon of MSG, ½ teaspoon of fish sauce, lemongrass, shallots, and chopped chili. Mix well and marinate for about 20 - 30 minutes.
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Step 3: Stir-fry the Pig Tongue
- Heat oil in a pan, add garlic and lemongrass and stir-fry until fragrant. Then add the pig tongue and stir-fry together, season with spices to taste. Stir-fry over medium heat until the pig tongue turns dark brown (about 15 minutes), then turn off the heat. Serve on a plate, sprinkle with pepper and fresh cilantro.
3. Finished Product Requirements
Once the pig tongue stir-fried with lemongrass and chili is complete, it will surely tempt you with its incredibly enticing aroma. The fragrance of lemongrass and fried shallots will overpower any odor from the pig tongue. Take a bite, and you'll experience its tender yet crispy texture, bursting with rich spiciness. Whether as a casual snack or served with rice, this dish is a perfect match!
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4. How to Choose and Prepare Pig Tongue
- Quality pig tongue should meet criteria for color, fragrance, and elasticity.
- Fresh pig tongue will have a thick, round tip with a rosy hue. The section near the throat should be uniformly white. There should be no dark or bruised spots on the tongue's surface, indicating bruising or bleeding.
- Pig tongue should not have any unpleasant or unusual odors.
- Pressing the tongue should not produce slime, indicating proper elasticity.
So, Blog Mytour has shared the recipe for lemongrass and chili stir-fried pig tongue. It's a fairly easy and delicious dish to make. Wishing you successful cooking, and may your family enjoy it!
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