Sichuan Pork Broccoli Cashew Stir Fry Recipes

SZECHUAN PORK AND BROCCOLI

Steps:

• Cut pork into narrow 1-in. strips, 1/4-in. thick; set aside. (Partially freeze pork first for easier cutting.) Cut green onions, peppers, broccoli and onion into 1-in. pieces; set aside. Combine garlic, ginger, pepper flakes, hot water, sugar, ketchup and soy sauce (or substitute 8 tablespoons prepared Hoisin Sauce for the ketchup and soy sauce); set aside. In wok or large skillet, heat peanut or vegetable oil over high heat. Stir-fry the pork in oil until browned; remove from wok and keep warm. Add more oil if necessary and stir-fry all vegetables tender/crisp. Add pork and sauce mixture; cook until thickened. Serve with boiled rice.

STIR FRIED PORK WITH BROCCOLI AND CASHEWS

Steps:

• Spray non-stick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat.
• Add onion and cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from pan and set aside.
• Recoat pan with cooking spray and stir fry broccoli 3 minutes.
• Add broccoli to onion.
• Spray pan again and fry pork and red pepper for 4 minutes or until pork loses its pink color.
• Reduce heat. Stir in the green onions, sugar, ginger, and garlic and cook 30 seconds.
• Stir in onion and broccoli.
• Add chicken broth and soy sauce.
• Cook 1 minute.
• Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with cashews.
• Serve over rice.

SICHUAN PORK STIR-FRY

Steps:

• Combine stem lettuce and pinch of salt in another bowl.
• Combine water and cornstarch in a small bowl; stir into a smooth paste.
• Transfer half of the cornstarch paste into a larger bowl. Add pork, rice wine, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix well and let marinate, about 5 minutes.
• Whisk remaining cornstarch paste, chicken stock, soy sauce, black vinegar, and sugar in another bowl to make sauce.
• Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add pork with marinade; cook and stir until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in pickled chile peppers and chili bean sauce; cook until oil turns red, about 1 minute. Add spring onions, garlic, and ginger; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in lettuce; saute until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in sauce and toss until thickened, about 3 minutes.