Mu Pad Prik Thai Dam

Mu Pad Prik Thai Dam (Thai Black Pepper Pork Stir-Fry) by HOT WOK

Mu Pad Prik Thai Dam (หมูผัดพริกไทยดำ) is a classic Thai stir-fry featuring tender pork, crisp vegetables, and plenty of freshly crushed black pepper. This flavorful dish is savory, mildly spicy, and ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 400 g (14 oz) pork tenderloin or pork shoulder, thinly sliced
• 1 onion, cut into wedges
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp coarsely crushed black pepper
• 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil

Marinade

• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp cornstarch

Sauce

• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp dark soy sauce (for color)
• 1 tsp fish sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• 3–4 tbsp water or chicken stock

Instructions

1. Combine the pork with the marinade ingredients and let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.
2. In a small bowl, mix all the sauce ingredients until well combined.
3. Heat your HOT WOK over high heat and add the cooking oil.
4. Stir-fry the pork for 2–3 minutes until just cooked. Remove it from the wok and set aside if desired.
5. Add the garlic and stir-fry for about 20 seconds until fragrant.
6. Add the onion and bell peppers, then stir-fry for about 2 minutes, keeping the vegetables slightly crisp.
7. Add the crushed black pepper and stir briefly to release its aroma.
8. Return the pork to the wok (if removed earlier) and pour in the sauce.
9. Stir-fry for another 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats all the ingredients evenly.

To Serve

Serve immediately with steamed jasmine rice.

Optional garnishes and sides:

• Fresh cucumber slices
• A crispy fried egg
• Extra coarsely crushed black pepper for a stronger pepper kick