Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to Southeast Asia! Embark on a flavor-filled adventure with our guide to crafting the perfect spicy stir-fried pork, asparagus, and onion dish infused with the vibrant essence of lemongrass. This delectable creation blends tender pork, crisp asparagus, and aromatic onions, all enveloped in a symphony of zesty spices and the distinct citrusy notes of lemongrass.
Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!
SPICY PORK STIR-FRY
Meet the Cook: The first time I made this recipe, back some years ago, my closest girlfriend came over for dinner. Between the two of us, we managed to finish the entire panful! Nowadays, I cook for my husband and 17-year-old daughter. -Jane Flatgard, Circle Pines, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cut the pork into 1/8-in. wide slices; cut each slice into 3-in. strips. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, sugar, ginger and cayenne. Add pork; toss to coat and set aside. , In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry onion, carrot and garlic in oil until crisp-tender. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm. , In the same skillet, stir-fry pork over medium-high heat until browned and no longer pink. Add onion mixture and peas; heat through. Serve in lettuce cups or over rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 675mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
STIR-FRIED ASPARAGUS
This recipe for stir-fried asparagus is a bright, flavorful way to prepare the vegetable.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dinner Recipes Dinner Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a nonstick skillet or a wok, heat the oil over high heat. Add the asparagus, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes. Add the water, and continue to cook until easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, about 3 minutes more.
QUICK ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
One of my favorite quick recipes for green asparagus, stir-fried with garlic and olive oil. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the asparagus up at the end.
Provided by Toi
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 11m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add asparagus and stir-fry until soft but still firm, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 41.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
SWEET AND SPICY PORK AND NAPA CABBAGE STIR-FRY WITH SPICY NOODLES
The Thai sweet chili sauce gives this dish a sweet and spicy flavor that my kids love. You can adjust the heat level by adding more or less of the sauce or adding additional red pepper flakes, if you like it really hot.
Provided by thriftybob
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the Chinese noodles, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
- Whisk together the 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 3/4 cup sweet chili sauce, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, the ground ginger, and the sesame oil in a large bowl; add the drained Chinese noodles and toss to coat; set aside
- Whisk together the 1/2 cup soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder in a large bowl; add the pork and stir to coat. Allow to marinate 5 minutes.
- Heat the cooking oil in a wok or a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork, onions, and red pepper flakes to the oil; cook until the pork is browned completely. Stir in 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, the napa cabbage, celery, carrots, and bell peppers; cook and stir until vegetables are completely heated, about 5 minutes. Whisk together the cornstarch and water and add to the stir fry, stirring until the mixture thickens. Serve the stir-fry over the noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 527 calories, Carbohydrate 72.5 g, Cholesterol 35.9 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 12 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 2131.4 mg, Sugar 18.7 g
STIR-FRIED SPICY ASPARAGUS
Holding out for regional produce may seem absurdly romantic, or a little stubborn, but there's no denying the thrill when, after months of apples, potatoes and sturdy greens, suddenly asparagus appears in full force at the market. Finally, spring has arrived.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Snap off and discard the tough bottoms of each asparagus spear. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch lengths
- In a wok or cast-iron skillet, heat the oil until nearly smoking. Add the asparagus, season generously with salt and pepper and stir well, making sure the asparagus is coated and glistening with oil. Continue to stir-fry over high heat for about 1 minute, until the asparagus looks bright green and barely cooked. Add the garlic, ginger and chile and stir-fry for 30 seconds more.
- Transfer to a serving platter and scatter leaves on top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 52, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 308 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SPICY STIR-FRIED PORK, ASPARAGUS, AND ONIONS WITH LEMON GRASS
This is a fantastic stir-fry! It serves 3-4 people (or even two big eaters) and I recommend serving it with plain rice. Recipe is adapted from 'The New Best Recipe'. Enjoy!
Provided by tigerduck
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Freeze the tenderloin until firm, 20 to 30 minutes. Cut the tenderloin crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick medallions. Slice each medaillon into 1/3-inch-wide strips.
- Combine the pork, 1 tsp fish sauce, and the soy sauce in a small bowl.
- Whisk the remaining 2 tbsp fish sauce, the chicken broth, lime juice, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a measuring cup.
- Combine garlic, lemon grass, red pepper flakes and 1 tbsp of the oil.
- Heat 1 1/2 tsps oil in a nonstick 12-inch skillet or in a wok over high heat until smoking; add half of the pork to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up the clumps, until well browned, about 2 minutes. Transfer pork to a bowl. Repeat with an additional 1 1/2 tsps oil and the remaining pork.
- Add 1 tbsp oil to the now-empty skillet or wok; add the asparagus and cook, stirring every 30 seconds, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add the water, cover the pan, and lower the heat to medium. Steam the asparagus until tender-crisp, about 2 minutes; transfer the asparagus to the bowl with the pork.
- Add the remaining 1 1/2 tsps oil to the skillet or wok; add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown and soften, about two minutes.
- Clear the center of the skillet; add the garlic and lemon grass mixture to the clearing and cook, mashing the mixture with a spoon, until fragrant, about 1 minute, then stir the mixture into the onion. Return the pork and asparagus to the skillet and toss to combine. Whisk the sauce to recombine, then add to the skillet/wok; cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce is thickened and evenly distributed, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with the thai basil. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.9, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 74.8, Sodium 1281.9, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 9.2, Protein 29.2
ASPARAGUS LOVER'S STIR-FRY
I find it a challenge to prepare vegetables so that they appeal to everyone...especially children. After tasting this special stir-fry, folks lean to love asparagus in no time.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Stir-fry celery over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add asparagus and onions; stir-fry for 3-5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Transfer to a bowl; set aside. Add remaining oil to the skillet. Stir-fry chicken, orange zest and garlic for 3-4 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. , Combine the cornstarch, water, orange juice, orange juice concentrate and soy sauce until smooth; stir into skillet along with reserved vegetables. Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until sauce is thickened and vegetables are heated through. Stir in almonds. Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
PORK AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
We jump on asparagus the second we see it at the market this time of year, but green beans, snap peas, or any other crisp green spring vegetable would also be great here.
Provided by Deb Perelman
Categories Bon Appétit Dinner Stir-Fry Pork Asparagus Green Onion/Scallion Ginger Soy Sauce Sesame Oil Tree Nut Free Peanut Free Kid-Friendly Dairy Free Quick & Easy Spring
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 1 tsp. peanut oil in a large skillet over high. Once pan is hot (oil will be lightly smoking), add half of asparagus and a couple pinches of salt and cook, tossing only once or twice so the pieces have a chance to blister, until crisp-tender and lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a plate. Add 1 tsp. peanut oil to skillet (no need to wipe it out) and repeat process with remaining asparagus.
- Reduce heat to medium-high; add remaining 1 tsp. peanut oil to skillet, then add pork, spreading out into an even layer. Season with a couple pinches of salt and cook, undisturbed, until meat begins to brown underneath, about 2 minutes. Break up meat with a wooden spoon and add scallions, garlic, and ginger. Cook, stirring, until pork is crisp and mixture is very fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add wine and soy sauce and return asparagus to skillet. Cook, turning to coat with pork mixture, until heated through, about 1 minute.
- Transfer stir-fry to a platter or large shallow bowl and drizzle with sesame oil. Serve with rice and chili crisp.
PORK AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
I got this recipe from a Canadian Living Magazine. Our family really liked it. I used sherry, but you can use Chinese wine. You can use a different kind of mushroom if you prefer. I served it over rice.
Provided by Honeyofachef
Categories Pork
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine pork, half of the sherry, soy sauce, cornstarch and ginger to coat. Set aside.
- Cut each asparagus stalk into 4 pieces. Set aside.
- In a wok, heat oil over high heat and stir fry onions until fragrant. Add pork and stir fry until no longer pink.
- Add asparagus and mushrooms and stir fry for about 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth, sugar and remaining sherry. Stir fry until asparagus is tenercrisp.
STIR-FRIED PORK WITH ASPARAGUS
If you like a really strong garlic flavor, reserve half of the garlic and stir it in at the end of the cooking, along with the optional sesame oil. Serve with rice. Other cuts of meat you can use here: beef, preferably sirloin; lamb, preferably from the shoulder or leg; boneless chicken; shrimp (which will cook more quickly).
Yield makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Have all the ingredients ready, including cooked white rice if you're planning to serve it. Preheat a large skillet over high heat for about 2 minutes. Immediately add half the peanut oil, the chiles if you're using them, and the pork, spreading it in one even layer. Cook, stirring only occasionally, until the pork browns, about 3 minutes. Transfer the pork to a bowl (discard the chiles) and lower the heat slightly.
- Add the remaining oil and the asparagus to the skillet. Again, cook, stirring occasionally, until the asparagus turns bright green and begins to become tender, 3 or 4 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, and scallion and cook, stirring once or twice, for 30 seconds.
- Add the stock and soy sauce, stir, and cook for 15 seconds. Add the sesame oil if you like and serve.
STIR-FRIED ASPARAGUS WITH PORK
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories lunch, quick, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Break bottom inch or so off of each asparagus spear; cut stalks into inch-long pieces.
- Heat a large skillet over high heat for about 2 minutes. Immediately add half the peanut oil, chilies if you're using them and pork, crumbling it with your fingers. Cook, stirring only occasionally, until pork browns, about 2 minutes. Remove pork to a bowl, discard chilies and lower heat slightly.
- Add remaining oil and asparagus to skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus turns bright green and begins to become tender, 3 or 4 minutes. Add garlic and scallions and cook, stirring once or twice, for 30 seconds.
- Add stock or water and soy sauce; stir and cook for 15 seconds. Stir in pork, add sesame oil if you like and stir once more. Serve with white rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 179, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 283 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
STIR-FRIED CARROTS AND PARSNIPS WITH SPICY PORK
I based this on a Cantonese dish my dad would make when I was growing up. He would take hours chopping, dicing and slicing and then throw it all into a boiling hot wok and dinner would be served within two minutes. I think he loved the cinema of this type of cooking. I miss him and the dish so much that I came up with a simplified weeknight version of it. Don't like spicy food? Simply omit the red pepper flakes. Serve this with bowls of steamed rice.
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the pork: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the oil. When the oil begins to smoke lightly, break the pork into small pieces, add the pork in an even layer and season generously with salt and the red pepper flakes. Brown and cook the pork until the pink is gone, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add the vegetables and finish: Stir in the garlic, carrots and parsnips and continue stirring and cooking until the vegetables are tender and mixed in, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the ginger, peas and vinegar with the hoisin. Shut off the heat and taste for seasoning. Add more vinegar and/or salt if needed. Stir in the sesame seeds and scallions. Serve immediately, with cooked rice if desired.
ASIAN PORK STIR-FRY WITH ASPARAGUS
Add something delightful to your Asian cuisine night! Enjoy scrumptious pork stir-fry with asparagus served over brown rice - dinner made ready in 30 minutes!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook rice in water as directed on package, omitting butter and salt.
- Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and pork; cook 4 to 6 minutes, turning pork occasionally, until pork is browned. Add asparagus and bell pepper; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender.
- In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients, stirring until cornstarch is dissolved.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir soy sauce mixture into pork mixture; cook until slightly thickened. Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 750 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cut pork and asparagus.
- If you don't have lemongrass, you can substitute ginger or galangal.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicier dish.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or basil.
Conclusion:
This spicy stir-fried pork, asparagus, and onions with lemongrass is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The pork is tender and juicy, the asparagus is crisp-tender, and the onions are caramelized and slightly sweet. The lemongrass adds a bright, citrusy flavor that really makes this dish sing. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
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