Stir Fried Carrots And Parsnips With Spicy Pork Recipes

STIR-FRIED CARROTS AND PARSNIPS WITH SPICY PORK

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.

CARROT PARSNIP STIR-FRY

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute parsnips in butter for 3-4 minutes. Add carrots and onion; cook and stir until vegetables are tender, about 10-15 minutes.

SPICY CARROT, PARSNIP AND POTATO LATKES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Place a rack over a sheet pan.
• In a large bowl mix together the carrots and parsnips, potatoes, baking powder, salt and pepper, chiles, cilantro, nigella seeds, chives, and flour or cornstarch. Add the eggs and stir together.
• Begin heating a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of the oil and when it is hot, take up heaped tablespoons of the latke mixture, press the mixture against the spoon to extract liquid (or squeeze in your hands), and place in the pan. Press down with the back of the spatula to flatten. Repeat with more spoonfuls, being careful not to crowd the pan. In my 10-inch pan I can cook 4 at a time without crowding; my 12-inch pan will accommodate 5. Cook on one side until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Slide the spatula underneath and flip the latkes over. Cook on the other side until golden brown, another 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to the rack set over a baking sheet and place in the oven to keep warm. The mixture will continue to release liquid, which will accumulate in the bottom of the bowl. Stir from time to time, and remember to squeeze the heaped tablespoons of the mix before you add them to the pan.
• Serve hot topped with low-fat sour cream, Greek yogurt or crème fraiche, or other toppings of your choice such as salsa, chutney or yogurt blended with cilantro, mint, and garlic.

SWEET AND SPICY PORK AND NAPA CABBAGE STIR-FRY WITH SPICY NOODLES

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.

WHIPPED CARROTS AND PARSNIPS

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add carrots, cover partially, and simmer 5 minutes. Add parsnips, and cover partially. Simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well.
• Return vegetables to saucepan, and stir over medium heat until any excess moisture evaporates. Transfer to food processor. Add butter, and process until smooth. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Can be made 4 hours ahead. Rewarm over low heat, stirring often. Transfer to bowl. Serve.

STIR-FRY PORK WITH FRESH SPINACH, CARROTS AND NOODLES

Steps:

• Cook the pasta or Chinese noodles; set aside.
• Place the pork strips in a bowl.
• In another bowl whisk together the hoisin sauce with garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger and black pepper to taste (if using).
• Pour HALF of the hoisin sauce mixture over the pork strips; mix to coat, and let stand for about 30 minutes.
• Heat about 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add in the pork mixture and saute for about 2-3 minutes, or until the pork is done; remove to a plate or bowl.
• Heat another 1 tablespoon oil (or more if desired) in the wok or skillet and saute the dried chili flakes with spinach leaves, water chestnuts, carrots (or broccoli slaw if using) and green onions for about 3 minutes or until the spinach is wilted.
• Stir in the cooked noodles with the cooked pork, along with any drippings from the plate or bowl and the remaining half of the hoisin sauce mixture; cook stirring constantly for about 2 minutes or until the mixture is completely heated through.
• Add in more soy sauce and season with more black pepper if desired.
• Delicious!

STIR-FRIED CARROTS

Steps:

• In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry carrots in oil until crisp-tender. Stir in the broth, rosemary and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until liquid is reduced.

STIR-FRIED CARROTS AND GARLIC

Steps:

• Halve carrot pieces lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices. In a heavy medium skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and stir-fry carrots until they begin to turn golden. Add garlic and stir-fry 30 seconds. Add water and butter and simmer, covered, until carrots are just tender, about 3 minutes. Boil carrots, uncovered, until most of liquid is evaporated. Stir in lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.

CARROT AND PARSNIP STIR FRY

Steps:

• *NOTE: For a little bit more "depth", you can substitute one half to one teaspoon of toasted sesame oil for part of the sesame oil or vegetable oil.
• In a large wok, heat up both oils on high heat.
• Add the parsnips and carrots, lowering heat to medium and stir frying until light golden.
• Turn up the heat to high and add the sake, mirin, and pinch of sugar. Cook until liquid is absorbed.
• Add the shoyu and almonds and stir fry an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring constantly so almonds don't burn.
• Garnish with green onions or chives if desired.
• Serve hot.