Creamed corn with pork over rice (粟米肉粒飯) is a classic dish that’s a permanent staple in Hong Kong cafés and neighborhood mom-and-pop restaurants.
The sweetness of the creamed corn mashes so well with the savoriness of the pork—it’s the perfect companion to a steaming hot bowl of rice.
Ready in around 30 minutes, creamed corn with pork will become your next favorite weeknight dinner.
What is Creamed Corn With Pork?
Creamed corn is a versatile ingredient that is used a lot in Cantonese cooking.
Creamed corn is often used in soups like Creamed Corn Tofu Soup or sauces like Creamed Corn Fish Fillet.
When you pair it with meats and fish, you end up with a creamy dish that is perfectly balanced between sweet and salty.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I serve this dish with?
Serve this dish with a side of veggies like Broccoli With Oyster Sauce Recipe.
Can I prepare this in advance?
Yes. You can prepare creamed corn with pork in advance. Simply reheat on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
Can this dish be frozen?
Yes. You can store this in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat before serving.
Creamed Corn With Pork
Ingredients
- 500 Grams Pork Tenderloin Diced
- 2 Cans Creamed Corn
- 1 Egg Beaten
- 1 Tbsp Cooking Oil
- 1/2 Cup Water
Seasoning
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1/4 Tsp Sugar
- 1/4 Tsp White Pepper
- 1 Tsp Cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Water
Instructions
- Diced pork into 1 cm cubes.
- Combine seasonings and mix into pork, leave for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, lightly beat 1 egg.
- Heat oil in the pan to medium-high.
- Add pork, spread the meat out evenly, and leave for 1 minute.
- Turn meat over and leave for 1 minute.
- Saute meat for 3 minutes.
- Add the sweet corn, mix well.
- Add water, reduce to medium-low, cover and cook for 10 minutes.
- Pour egg mixture evenly onto meat mixture, stir lightly once, and cook for 1 minute.