Fried Pig Ear with Beer Recipe | Pig Ear Braised with Fish Sauce, Garlic and Chili

beer

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic beer

💰Cheaper: water

Non-alcoholic beer maintains flavor without alcohol content.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a gluten-free alternative.

Clean pig ears thoroughly under cold running water.

Boil pig ears in a pot of salted water for 1-2 hours until tender.

Remove pig ears from water and let them cool.

Slice pig ears into strips or bite-sized pieces.

In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Dredge each piece of pig ear in the flour mixture until well coated.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F.

Fry the coated pig ear pieces in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes.

Remove fried pig ears and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm with a cold beer and garnish with fresh herbs.

Cooking Techniques

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