Deep-fried Pork Chops with Spiced Salt

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Slice pork chops into thick pieces. Marinate with light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and white pepper for 15 minutes.

2. 2

   In a bowl, beat egg. In another bowl, place cornstarch.

3. 3

   Dip each marinated pork chop piece into the beaten egg, then coat thoroughly with cornstarch, shaking off excess.

4. 4

   Heat cooking oil in a wok or deep pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 170-180°C (340-350°F).

5. 5

   Carefully deep-fry the pork chops in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on a wire rack.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, combine salt, white pepper, five-spice powder, sugar, garlic powder, and ginger powder to make the spiced salt.

7. 7

   Once all pork chops are fried, sprinkle generously with the spiced salt. Garnish with chopped red chili (if using) and spring onions.