Pork And Squash Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Pork And Squash Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled butternut squash (about 2 pounds); 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 2 tablespoons coarsely grated orange rind; 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger; 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick, broken; 1 1/4 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into 2-inch strips; 2 tablespoons sugar; 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup chopped green onions

Servings: persons

5 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled butternut squash (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 tablespoons coarsely grated orange rind
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick, broken
1 1/4 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into 2-inch strips
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped green onions

1
Place squash in a large microwave-safe bowl. Add water to a depth of 1 inch. Cover with plastic wrap; vent. Microwave at HIGH 8 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
2
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add orange rind, ginger, and cinnamon stick pieces; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove and discard cinnamon stick pieces.
3
Increase heat to medium-high. Add pork to pan, and saute 4 minutes or until browned. Combine sugar and next 5 ingredients, stirring with a whisk. Add sugar mixture to pan; cook 2 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened, stirring constantly. Add squash; tossing to coat. Stir in green onions.
4
for your toddler: Reserve 3 or 4 cubes of squash following Step
5
Saute 1 strip of pork in a separate pan until done.
6
Cut the squash into bite-sized pieces, and shred the pork.
7
Serve the pork and squash with rice.

2555

kcal

Calories

254

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled butternut squash (about 2 pounds), 2 tablespoons peanut oil, 2 tablespoons coarsely grated orange rind, 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Pork And Squash Stir-Fry falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pork And Squash Stir-Fry

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