Meat floss is a beloved and common delicacy enjoyed by many. It's especially prevalent in bread and pastries. So how is meat floss made? What are some ways to enjoy it? Let's explore below. Two Methods for Making Meat Floss Method One【Ingredients】: Approximately 500g lean meat, curry powder, soy sauce, salt, sugar.
【Method】: Boil the prepared lean meat in hot water briefly to remove impurities. Remove and set aside. Cut into small pieces for easier cooking, especially in a pressure cooker. I cooked mine for about 2 hours—it's an electric pressure cooker, so it's gas-efficient.One advantage of using a pressure cooker is that it cooks the meat extremely tender—it practically falls apart with a light press. You can even make it even more tender. Then add curry powder, sugar, soy sauce, and salt. Turn on the pressure cooker and stir-fry the mixture. Keep stirring constantly until it dries out. The finished product looks like this.
Method 2
【Ingredients】: 750g lean pork from the hind leg, 60g rock sugar, 20g powdered rock sugar, 15g Chinese 13-spice blend, 30g ginger, 30ml aged rice wine, 20ml soy sauce, 10g curry powder, 20g salt, 10g dried scallop essence.Method: Blanch the meat in a pot, then remove and rinse. Return the meat to the pot with soy sauce, cooking wine, Chinese five-spice powder, water, ginger, salt, and rock sugar. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour (adjust based on meat size) until the liquid is nearly evaporated. Remove the meat, shred it into thin strips, then grind in a food processor.Heat a wok over high heat. Add the meat and stir-fry dry, maintaining even heat throughout. Finally, add powdered rock sugar, curry powder (for coloring, optional), and dried scallop extract. Continue stirring constantly until moisture fully evaporates and the meat becomes fluffy. Turn off the heat and let it dry using the residual heat of the wok. Stir-fry for approximately 30 to 50 minutes until done.
How to Enjoy Meat Floss
1. Eat it plain. The simplest way is to enjoy it straight, which best highlights its savory, fresh, and sweet flavors. Originating during the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty, "Taicang Brand" meat floss uses premium fresh pork and traditional recipes. It's naturally tender, perfectly balanced in sweetness and saltiness, and rich in protein. Just be aware it might leave you feeling a bit thirsty afterward.Ideal for office snacking or nutritional supplementation (especially suitable for pregnant women needing quick nutrition boosts).
2. Meat Floss with Century Eggs. Century eggs are delicious but carry a distinctive ammonia flavor due to their unique preparation. After slicing and plating the eggs, sprinkle a layer of meat floss over them. The savory aroma of the meat floss masks the egg's ammonia taste. This visually appealing and nutritious dish is a common cold appetizer in many restaurants.
3. Meat Floss Sandwich. Roll it into a sandwich for eating. Making it yourself is simple: spread butter on two slices of bread, sprinkle with meat floss, and it's delicious.
4. Meat Floss Congee. This is the most common way to enjoy it in Guangdong. Simply add the meat floss when the congee is boiling. Remember to add it just before the congee is fully cooked. For babies, the most convenient and economical option is to mix crispy children's meat floss into their porridge. It's not only easy but also adds protein to their diet.