Simple Szechuan Pork Recipe

Name: Simple Szechuan Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless pork chops, cut into bite sized pieces (I like long skinny ones); 1 (4 ounce) can water chestnuts, sliced; 1 (4 ounce) can bamboo shoots; 1 tablespoon chili paste with garlic ((usually available in supermarkets in the Asian section. definitely available in an Asian market); 1 (10 ounce) can baby corn; 12 bunch green onion, diced (scallions); 1 cup fresh green beans, snap ends off ((a handful, if not in season try broccoli, frozen vegetables are a no-no); 1 tablespoon cornstarch; chicken broth; rice wine (mirin) (optional)

Servings: persons

2 boneless pork chops, cut into bite sized pieces (I like long skinny ones)
1 (4 ounce) can water chestnuts, sliced
1 (4 ounce) can bamboo shoots
1 tablespoon chili paste with garlic ((usually available in supermarkets in the Asian section. definitely available in an Asian market)
1 (10 ounce) can baby corn
12 bunch green onion, diced (scallions)
1 cup fresh green beans, snap ends off ((a handful, if not in season try broccoli, frozen vegetables are a no-no)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
chicken broth
rice wine (mirin) (optional)

1
Heat Wok first; then add oil
2
While oil is heating, mix 2 Tbsp of cornstarch with water to make a thick liquid
3
When oil is hot, add pork and allow to brown slightly on all sides
4
Add all other vegetables except for green onions and stir fry just long enough to heat through (string beans will become bright green in color when ready).
5
Push all the food up the sides of the wok to make a well in the middle for liquid
6
Add Chili Paste and a small amount (maybe 1/4 cup) of chicken broth and stir to mix (a wooden chopstick is good for this).
7
At this time add a splash of Mirin if desired
8
Add some cornstarch mixture to the liquid and allow to boil to obtain maximum thickness.
9
If need be, add some more cornstarch liquid to thicken more or add some more chicken broth to thin, if you got carried away with the cornstarch.
10
Add green onions and stir to incorporate solids with liquid.
11
Allow to heat all the way through and serve with rice.

301

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless pork chops, cut into bite sized pieces (I like long skinny ones), 1 (4 ounce) can water chestnuts, sliced, 1 (4 ounce) can bamboo shoots, 1 tablespoon chili paste with garlic ((usually available in supermarkets in the Asian section. definitely available in an Asian market), and more.

Yes, Simple Szechuan Pork falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Simple Szechuan Pork

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Variations & substitutions

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