This vibrant stir-fry combines tender strips of pork with crisp-tender asparagus in a savory, umami-rich sauce. The dish highlights the delicate sweetness of fresh asparagus balanced by the savory depth of fish sauce and ginger. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it comes together in under 30 minutes. The high heat of the wok creates a beautiful sear on the pork while keeping the vegetables bright and colorful. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a comforting, satisfying meal that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen. It is an excellent way to enjoy seasonal vegetables with lean protein.
Stir-Fried Pork & Asparagus With Fish Sauce
Description
This vibrant stir-fry combines tender strips of pork with crisp-tender asparagus in a savory, umami-rich sauce. The dish highlights the delicate sweetness of fresh asparagus balanced by the savory depth of fish sauce and ginger. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it comes together in under 30 minutes. The high heat of the wok creates a beautiful sear on the pork while keeping the vegetables bright and colorful. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a comforting, satisfying meal that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen. It is an excellent way to enjoy seasonal vegetables with lean protein.Ingredients
Directions
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Slice pork butt across the grain into strips 2 inches long, 1/4 inch wide, and 1/8 inch thick.
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Wash asparagus and trim the tough white ends from the stalks.
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Cut asparagus into 2 1/2 inch segments; if stalks are thick (3/4 inch or more), cut on a bias for even cooking.
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Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until it just begins to smoke.
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Add pork strips and stir-fry for about 1 minute until no longer pink.
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Add asparagus and stir-fry briskly for another minute.
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Before asparagus turns bright green, add ginger, chicken stock, and sugar; keep stirring.
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When liquid boils, reduce heat to medium, add fish sauce and oyster sauce, cover, and simmer for about 1 minute until asparagus is cooked but still firm.
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Uncover, turn up heat, and push ingredients to the side to pool the liquid.
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Dribble in cornstarch paste, stirring continuously until liquid thickens.
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Toss ingredients to coat evenly with the sauce.
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Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 308.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.8g17%
- Saturated Fat 2.8g14%
- Cholesterol 41.9mg14%
- Sodium 109.8mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 36.8g13%
- Dietary Fiber 6.3g26%
- Sugars 30.7g
- Protein 19.9g40%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
