Q: Can I use a different type of mushroom for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can substitute with other mushrooms, but the taste and texture might vary.
Q: Is there a vegetarian alternative for the pork in this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use tofu or a meat substitute to make a vegetarian version.
Q: How important is it to blanch the mushrooms and carrots?
A: Blanching helps to clean the mushrooms and soften the carrots, enhancing the dish’s texture and flavor.
Stir-Fried Pork with Mushrooms
Notes
- Lean pork slices (tenderloin) - 150g
- Salt - 1 tablespoon
- Mushrooms - 8 pieces
- Garlic sprouts - 2
- Spring onions, ginger, garlic - as needed (for marinating)
- Seasoning sauce (for marinating):
- - Cooking wine - 1 tablespoon
- - Chicken essence - a pinch
- - Salt - to taste
- - Pepper powder - a pinch
- - Soy sauce - to taste
- - Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
- - Cooking oil - as needed
- Seasoning sauce (for cooking):
- - Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
- - Dark soy sauce - ½ tablespoon
- - Chicken essence - a pinch
- - Cooking wine - 1 large tablespoon
- - Sesame oil - as needed
- - Oyster sauce - as needed
- - Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
- - Water - ½ bowl
- Clean the mushrooms with salt and cut them into thick slices. Peel and slice the carrots. Set aside.
- Boil water and add the mushrooms and carrot slices with a tablespoon of salt and a little cooking oil. Blanch for one minute, then rinse with cold water and set aside.
- Marinate the pork slices with cooking wine, chicken essence, salt, pepper powder, soy sauce, then add cornstarch and a sufficient amount of cooking oil. Mix well and let it marinate for ten minutes.
- Mix together all the ingredients for the cooking seasoning sauce: salt, chicken essence, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine, sesame oil, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and water.
- Heat a pan with oil, then stir-fry the marinated pork until it changes color.
- Add spring onions, ginger, and garlic, frying until aromatic.
- Add the blanched mushrooms and carrot slices, stir-fry for one minute.
- Pour in the mixed seasoning sauce and stir well.
- Finally, add the garlic sprouts and stir-fry until fragrant and evenly mixed.
- Ready to serve!
- Calories: Moderate
- Protein: High
- Carbohydrates: Low
- Fats: Moderate
- Fiber: Low
- Sodium: Moderate