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Pork With Green Beans And Mushrooms

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This hearty stir-fry brings together tender sliced pork, crisp-tender green beans, and earthy mushrooms in a glossy, savory soy-based sauce. It is a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner that delivers bold Asian-inspired flavors without requiring exotic ingredients. The combination of textures from the crunchy beans and soft mushrooms against the juicy pork makes every bite interesting. Perfect for a busy evening when you need something delicious on the table in under thirty minutes. Serve it hot over steamed rice to soak up the flavorful gravy. It is a comforting dish that feels indulgent yet simple to prepare, making it a reliable favorite for family meals.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 94.2
Description
This hearty stir-fry brings together tender sliced pork, crisp-tender green beans, and earthy mushrooms in a glossy, savory soy-based sauce. It is a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner that delivers bold Asian-inspired flavors without requiring exotic ingredients. The combination of textures from the crunchy beans and soft mushrooms against the juicy pork makes every bite interesting. Perfect for a busy evening when you need something delicious on the table in under thirty minutes. Serve it hot over steamed rice to soak up the flavorful gravy. It is a comforting dish that feels indulgent yet simple to prepare, making it a reliable favorite for family meals.
Ingredients
  • 1 lb pork, sliced thin
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water
  • to taste salt
Directions
  1. 1
    Slice the pork into thin strips and set aside.
  2. 2
    Trim the green beans and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
  3. 3
    Slice the mushrooms and onion.
  4. 4
    In a small bowl, dissolve 1 1/2 tablespoons of cornstarch in 1/2 cup of water. Set aside.
  5. 5
    Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. 6
    Add the sliced pork and onion to the wok. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until the pork begins to brown.
  7. 7
    Add the soy sauce, green beans, salt, and 3/4 cup of water to the wok.
  8. 8
    Cover the wok and cook for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender-crisp.
  9. 9
    Add the sliced mushrooms to the wok. Cover and cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring once or twice.
  10. 10
    Remove the lid. Pour in the cornstarch slurry while stirring constantly to thicken the sauce.
  11. 11
    Cook for 1 minute until the sauce is glossy and thickened. Remove from heat.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 94.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.8g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 18.9mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 19.8g7%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g30%
Sugars 9.7g
Protein 7.1g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pork, green beans, mushrooms, stir fry, soy sauce, dinner, quick meal, wok, asian, savory, vegetables, rice side, easy, weeknight, cornstarch, gravy
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