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Stir-Fried Pork & Asparagus With Fish Sauce

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 308.5
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
  • 1/4 pound Boneless pork butt
  • 12 md Asparagus spears
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fresh ginger root, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Peanut oil
  • 1/3 cup Chicken stock
  • 1 pn Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Fish sauce
  • 2 teaspoon Oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon water
Directions
  1. 1
    Slice pork butt across the grain into strips 2 inches long, 1/4 inch wide, and 1/8 inch thick.
  2. 2
    Wash asparagus and trim the tough white ends from the stalks.
  3. 3
    Cut asparagus into 2 1/2 inch segments; if stalks are thick (3/4 inch or more), cut on a bias for even cooking.
  4. 4
    Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until it just begins to smoke.
  5. 5
    Add pork strips and stir-fry for about 1 minute until no longer pink.
  6. 6
    Add asparagus and stir-fry briskly for another minute.
  7. 7
    Before asparagus turns bright green, add ginger, chicken stock, and sugar; keep stirring.
  8. 8
    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.
  9. 9
    Uncover, turn up heat, and push ingredients to the side to pool the liquid.
  10. 10
    Dribble in cornstarch paste, stirring continuously until liquid thickens.
  11. 11
    Toss ingredients to coat evenly with the sauce.
  12. 12
    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.

Keywords: stir fry, pork, asparagus, fish sauce, ginger, wok, quick dinner, asian cuisine, vegetables, lean protein, healthy, weeknight meal
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