Pan-fried Minced Pork Cake with Water Chestnuts and Dried Squid

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Rehydrate dried squid in warm water for at least 1 hour, or until softened. Drain, remove any hard parts, and finely dice.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine minced pork, diced water chestnuts, diced dried squid, chopped spring onions, chopped coriander, egg, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, cornstarch, sugar, and salt.

3. 3

   Use your hands to mix the ingredients thoroughly for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes sticky and well-combined. This helps create a tender texture.

4. 4

   Divide the mixture into equal portions and flatten them into round patties, about 1.5 cm thick.

5. 5

   Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Place the patties in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

6. 6

   Pan-fry for 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.

7. 7

   Flip the patties and pan-fry for another 4-5 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown on both sides.

8. 8

   Remove from pan and serve hot with rice.