Soak preserved radish in water. Then rinse to rid off any sediment and excess salt. Next, squeeze dry and cut into slices.
Chop some garlic and cut pork belly into slices.
Trim both ends of long bean and cut into 4 cm long sections. Rinse well before use. Then prepare the seasonings for the dish.
Prepare Seasonings:
Pour ½ cup water into a cup. Add 1 tsp oyster sauce and stir to mix well. Set aside and prepare to stir fry the long bean dish.
Stir Fry Long Bean Dish:
Heat up a wok till hot. Add in the preserved radish and pan fry (without oil) for about 3 to 4 minutes till dry and fragrant. Remove from wok and set aside.
Heat up 1 tbsp oil in a wok. Pan fry pork belly till both sides are golden brown.
Then add in chopped garlic and stir fry till fragrant. Next add in long bean and preserved radish. Stir fry for about 3 minutes.
Pour in the liquid seasonings. Stir fry to mix evenly and cook for another 2 minutes. Dish up onto plate to serve immediately.
The preserved radish can be a bit salty so it is best to taste it first before cooking. If it is too salty, soak in water for about 10 minutes and let the salt drain away and drain before use.
Be sure to cook the chinese green bean not too long in the wok. This ensure the vegetables keep their nutrients, flavour and bright green colour.
Chinese Long Beans need to be cooked for a slightly longer period of time because they can be quite firm. However, you do not want to overcook them to the point where they loose their crunchiness.