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Preparation
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Pork ear rolled with black fungus is a steamed dish that is simple and easy to make but is still incredibly delicious, tempting, and hard to resist. Today, let’s join TasteVN cook and prepare this dish for the whole family to enjoy!
Ingredients for Pork Ear Rolled with Black Fungus Serves 4
Pork ears 2 pieces Dried black fungus 10 gr (about 6 – 7 pieces of fungus) Vinegar 1 tablespoon Soy sauce 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce 1 tablespoon Lemongrass 4 stalks (cut into sections) Ginger 1 piece (sliced) Shallots 5 bulbs (crushed) Lime a little Common spices a little (Seasoning/ Pepper/ Salt)
How to choose fresh and delicious ingredients
How to choose fresh pig ears
- You should select pig ears that are bright white in color; when held in hand, the ear meat feels firm, not soft or mushy, and should not have any slimy fluid.
- Pig ears should have good elasticity, so when you gently press on the ear with your hand, it should bounce back.
- Additionally, freshly slaughtered pig ears usually do not have any foul smell or strange odors.
- Absolutely do not buy pig ears with black spots or that are chipped and broken.
How to choose delicious wood ear mushrooms
- You can choose black wood ear mushrooms in either dry or fresh form.
- Prioritize selecting wood ear mushrooms with large, thick caps and few young mushrooms at the base.
- The color of the mushrooms should be dark amber, slightly shiny (for the top side of the mushroom) and coffee milk color (for the underside of the mushroom).
- For dry wood ear mushrooms, avoid selecting those that look too dark, as they may become mushy when soaked in water and are less crispy.
See details: How to choose good wood ear mushrooms, standard
How to prepare Rolled Pig Ears with Wood Ear Mushrooms
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Prepare the pig ears
To remove dirt and odor, after purchasing the pig ears, scrape off the hair, then rub them with lemon and a little salt, and rinse with water.
Next, soak the pig ears in vinegar for about 5 – 7 minutes, then rinse well with water about 2 – 3 times, and let them drain.
Cut the pig ears in half horizontally to separate them into two parts: the crispy outer part on top and the meat of the pig ear below.
Keep the outer part intact. For the meat of the pig ear, use a knife to cut it into bite-sized pieces, then place them in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of seasoning and 1 tablespoon of ground pepper, mix well, and marinate for about 20 – 30 minutes for the meat to absorb the spices.
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Prepare the wood ear mushrooms
After purchasing the wood ear mushrooms, rinse them thoroughly in water to clean off the dirt. Soak the mushrooms in cold water for about 30 – 45 minutes until they become soft, then remove them and let them drain.
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Roll pig’s ear
Place the pig’s ear on the cutting board. Next, sequentially place the wood ear mushrooms and marinated pork neck inside.
Roll the pig’s ear tightly and secure it with small kitchen twine, wrapping the string horizontally in a spiral around the pig’s ear.
Tip: In this step, you need to roll tightly so that the finished product will have a beautiful spiral shape, and the mushroom filling won’t fall out.
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Boil rolled pig’s ear with wood ear mushrooms
Place a pot on the stove, add 200ml of filtered water and bring to a boil, then add 1 tablespoon of vinegar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and stir well.
Add the rolled pig’s ear into the pot, blanch on high heat for about 5 minutes, then turn off the heat and pour out all the blanching water.
Tip: Adding a little salt and vinegar to the boiling water helps keep the pig’s ear white and prevents darkening while eliminating any unpleasant odors after boiling.
How to preserve pig ear rolls with wood ear mushrooms:
- To ensure the quality of the pig ears, you should consume them within the day (10 – 12 hours at room temperature).
- If not consumed all, you should place them in a glass jar or plastic container and put them in the refrigerator (consume within 1 week).
- The glass or plastic container holding the pig ears must always be clean and tightly sealed. You should blanch it in boiling water and dry it thoroughly before soaking the pig ears.
The dish pig ear rolls with wood ear mushrooms is crunchy and flavorful, making everyday meals more appealing. Quickly get into the kitchen to make it for the whole family to enjoy. Wish you success!
*Refer to the recipe and images from the YouTube channel Cooky TV
