Try changing your family’s menu with 2 stir-fried dishes that are incredibly appealing with pig’s tongue. Let’s cook with TasteVN and test your skills by making 2 delicious dishes of pig’s tongue stir-fried with lemongrass and chili and stir-fried with starfruit, perfect for the whole family to enjoy.
1. Pig’s Tongue Stir-fried with Lemongrass and Chili
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Preparation time
40 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Pig’s Tongue Stir-fried with Lemongrass and Chili Serves 4
Pig’s tongue 2 pieces Chopped lemongrass 2 tablespoons Minced shallots 1 tablespoon Sliced chili 1 piece Fish sauce 1/2 tablespoon Vinegar 2 tablespoons Common seasoning a little (salt/seasoning granules/MSG) Cooking oil 2 tablespoons
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How to cook Stir-fried Pork Tongue with Lemongrass and Chili
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Prepare the pork tongue
Boil a pot of water, add 1 tablespoon of salt and bring to a boil. Next, add the pork tongue and blanch for about 5 – 10 minutes, then use a knife to scrape off the white membranes on the tongue.
To completely remove the slime and odor of the pork tongue, soak it in water mixed with 2 tablespoons of vinegar and 1 tablespoon of salt for about 5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with water and let it drain.
Use a knife to cut the pork tongue into bite-sized pieces about 1/2 finger thick.
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Marinate the pork tongue
Marinate the pork tongue with 2 tablespoons of minced lemongrass, 1 tablespoon of finely chopped shallots, 1 sliced chili, 2 teaspoons of seasoning powder, 1/2 tablespoon of fish sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate.
Mix well and marinate for about 30 minutes for the pork tongue to absorb the spices evenly.
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Stir-fry the pork tongue
Place a pan on the stove, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and heat it up, then pour all the marinated pork tongue into the pan.
Adjust the heat to medium and stir-fry the pork tongue for about 15 – 20 minutes until it is cooked evenly, then turn off the stove.
Transfer the stir-fried pork tongue with lemongrass and chili onto a plate, decorate it nicely to complete the dish.
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The final product
The stir-fried pork tongue with lemongrass and chili, when completed, has an incredibly attractive aroma. The pork tongue is chewy, crunchy, flavorful, soaking in the taste combined with the spiciness of the chili and the distinctive fragrance of lemongrass. What are you waiting for? Get into the kitchen and make this dish right away!
2. Stir-fried pig tongue with starfruit
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Preparation
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Stir-fried Pig Tongue with Starfruit Serves 4
Pig tongue 600 gr Sour starfruit 200 gr Tomato 150 gr Green onions 2 stalks Vietnamese coriander 50 gr Chili 1 piece Fish sauce 3 tablespoons Vinegar 1 tablespoon Minced garlic 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Common seasonings to taste (salt/seasoning powder/msg/pepper)
How to choose good sour starfruit
- Choose slightly green, fresh starfruit that is crispy, not bruised, and without dark spots or blemishes.
- Opt for fruits with smooth, shiny skin, uniform color, and a firm grip.
- Avoid overly ripe starfruit as it will become mushy and unappetizing when cooked.
How to Cook Stir-Fried Pork Tongue with Starfruit
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Prepare the Ingredients
When buying pork tongue, put it into a pot of boiling water mixed with 1 tablespoon of vinegar and 1 tablespoon of salt, then blanch for about 5 minutes. Remove and let it cool, then use a knife to scrape off the white membrane covering the tongue.
Next, soak the pork tongue in diluted saltwater for about 5 – 10 minutes, then rinse clean and drain.
Use a knife to cut the pork tongue into bite-sized pieces.
Wash the starfruit with water, using your hands to scrub the crevices of the starfruit to remove dirt. Use a knife to peel the fibrous part on each edge of the starfruit and cut the fruit horizontally into star-shaped slices about 1/2 finger thick.
Wash the tomatoes, then cut them into wedges. Slice the chili peppers. Chop the Vietnamese coriander and scallions.
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Marinate the Ingredients
Add 1 tablespoon of sugar to the bowl of starfruit, mix well, and marinate for about 15 minutes.
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Stir-fried pig’s tongue
Place a pan on the stove, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and heat it, then add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Once the garlic is aromatic, add the prepared pig’s tongue and stir-fry on high heat for about 2 – 3 minutes until the tongue is cooked and firm.
Next, add starfruit, tomatoes cut into wedges, 1/3 tablespoon of seasoning, 1/3 tablespoon of monosodium glutamate, 1/3 tablespoon of pepper, and 3 tablespoons of fish sauce into the pan and stir well.
Continue to stir-fry on high heat for another 5 minutes for the ingredients to cook evenly and absorb the seasoning.
Tip: Stir-frying the ingredients on high heat helps prevent them from releasing water and ensures even seasoning.
Finally, add green onions, Vietnamese coriander, and chili into the pan, stir well for another minute and then turn off the heat.
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Final product
Stir-fried pig’s tongue with starfruit is an extremely appealing dish. This dish can be served as a snack while drinking with friends or enjoyed with hot rice, both of which are wonderful. The pig’s tongue is rich in flavor, chewy, crispy, and has a delightful texture when eaten with tomatoes and the sourness of starfruit, stimulating the taste buds, making you want to eat more and more. Wishing you success in the kitchen!
How to choose delicious pig tongues
- You should buy pig tongues at reputable stores or if you buy at the market, it is best to go early in the morning when the meat has just been cut and is still fresh with more options available.
- You should choose thick, round tongues that have a bright color, with white near the throat area.
- Do not choose tongues that are dark black, uneven in color, bruised purple, or have discoloration due to congestion.
- If you touch it and feel slimy, have a foul smell, or are a bit pungent, then do not buy it.
How to clean pig tongues to be fresh, odor-free, and crunchy
- You can blanch the pig tongue in boiling water for about 5 minutes and scrape off the white membrane on the tongue.
- You can use some ingredients like: salt, ginger, lemon, vinegar, white wine to rub on the pig tongue and let it sit for about 5 minutes before rinsing it clean with water.
- Marinating the pig tongue with a roasted shallot will also effectively eliminate the odor!
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Join us in the kitchen this weekend with TasteVN to see how to make 2 dishes of stir-fried pig tongue with lemongrass and chili and stir-fried starfruit, which are incredibly delicious but the recipe is quite simple that we share with you! Wishing you success!
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