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Chinese Crispy Fried Pork (Xiao Su Rou, )

🥢 Chinese Crispy Fried Pork (Xiao Su Rou）


Xiao Su Rou  is a popular Chinese snack and side dish, especially loved in northern China. It features tender strips of pork coated in a light batter, deep-fried until golden and crispy. The outside is crunchy, while the inside stays juicy and flavorful. Often served with dipping sauces or as part of a hotpot meal, it’s a true comfort food.

🛒 Ingredients

  • Pork (pork belly or pork shoulder): 500 g (about 1.1 lbs)

  • Egg: 1

  • Light soy sauce: 1 tbsp

  • Shaoxing wine (or cooking wine): 1 tbsp

  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced

  • Salt: ½ tsp

  • Ground white pepper: ¼ tsp

  • Five-spice powder: ½ tsp

  • All-purpose flour: 4 tbsp

  • Cornstarch: 3 tbsp

  • Baking powder: ½ tsp (optional, for extra crispiness)

  • Cold water: about 100 ml (⅓ cup, adjust as needed)

  • Oil: for deep-frying

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1. Marinate the Pork

  1. Cut the pork into thin strips, about the size of your finger.

  2. In a bowl, mix pork with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, garlic, salt, white pepper, and five-spice powder.

  3. Let it marinate for 20–30 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 2. Make the Batter

  1. In a separate bowl, beat the egg.

  2. Add flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and cold water. Mix until smooth and slightly thick (not too runny).

  3. Add the marinated pork into the batter and coat evenly.

Step 3. Deep-Fry the Pork

  1. Heat oil in a wok or deep pan to about 160–170°C (320–340°F).

  2. Drop the battered pork strips into the oil one by one to avoid sticking.

  3. Fry until lightly golden, then remove and drain on paper towels.

Step 4. Double-Fry for Crispiness

  1. Increase the oil temperature to 180–190°C (355–375°F).

  2. Fry the pork strips again for 1–2 minutes until they turn a deep golden brown and very crispy.

  3. Remove and drain well.

🍴 Serving Tips

  • Serve hot with chili powder, cumin powder, or a dipping sauce like garlic soy sauce.

  • Xiao Su Rou can also be added to a hotpot or soup for extra flavor.

  • Best enjoyed fresh for maximum crispiness.


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