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
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Neva mckie
mckie_neva@hotmail.comI wasn't a big fan of this stir-fry. I found the flavor to be a bit bland.
haq bhao cloth0
cloth0-h@aol.comThis stir-fry was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just because I used too much chili paste. Next time I'll use less.
Linda Poliquin
linda_p55@yahoo.comI'm always looking for new and exciting stir-fry recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The lemon grass adds a really unique flavor that I've never had before.
mim dim
mim_d10@hotmail.co.ukThis stir-fry is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The lemon grass adds a flavor that they'll love.
shrabonti MISTRY
mistry.shrabonti@aol.comI've made this stir-fry several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Tony Mullis
mullistony85@gmail.comI love stir-fries, and this one is one of my favorites. The combination of pork, asparagus, onions, and lemon grass is perfect.
Farhad Urf Azad
a.f@hotmail.comThis stir-fry was a great way to use up some leftover pork. It was quick and easy to make, and the results were delicious.
GODWIN NWANKWO
n-godwin52@hotmail.comI was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of lemon grass, but I'm so glad I did! The lemon grass added a really nice flavor to the dish.
Tina Johnson
tina_j25@aol.comThis stir-fry is packed with flavor and the lemon grass gives it a really unique twist. I'll definitely be making this again.
rimon rahman
r-rahman@aol.comI love the way the lemon grass adds a subtle citrus flavor to this dish. It's a great way to liven up a classic stir-fry.
Amber Lyons
amberlyons@gmail.comI'm always looking for new stir-fry recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The combination of flavors was perfect.
Afrin Rahman
r_afrin@yahoo.comThis stir-fry was a great way to use up some leftover pork. It was quick and easy to make, and the results were delicious.
Nazareen Deosaran
deosaran89@yahoo.comThis dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially liked the way the lemon grass infused the pork and vegetables with its citrusy aroma.
Fezeka Reichel
rfezeka@gmail.comI've tried many stir-fry recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The lemon grass adds a unique flavor that really sets it apart from the rest.
Avery Slaven-Wamsley
a-s40@hotmail.co.ukThis stir-fry was a hit! The combination of pork, asparagus, onions, and lemon grass created a flavorful and aromatic dish that had the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy.