Stir-Fried Pork with Ginger and Basil Recipe

Name: Stir-Fried Pork with Ginger and Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 Thai chiles or 2 jalapenos, minced; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1 3/4 pounds pork tenderloin, sliced crosswise 1/8 inch thick; 1 pound Asian eggplants, cut into 1-inch dice; 1 cup coarsely chopped basil; 1 kaffir lime leaf, very thinly sliced, or 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest; Lime wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

1/4 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 Thai chiles or 2 jalapenos, minced
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 3/4 pounds pork tenderloin, sliced crosswise 1/8 inch thick
1 pound Asian eggplants, cut into 1-inch dice
1 cup coarsely chopped basil
1 kaffir lime leaf, very thinly sliced, or 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
Lime wedges, for serving

1
Heat a large wok or skillet over moderately high heat for 5 minutes.
2
In a small bowl, mix the stock with the oyster and fish sauces.
3
Add the oil to the wok and swirl to coat.
4
Add the chiles, garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds.
5
Add the pork and stir-fry for 3 minutes.
6
Add the eggplant and stir-fry until tender, about 5 minutes.
7
Stir in the sauce mixture.
8
Remove from the heat and stir in the basil and lime leaf.
9
Transfer to plates and serve with lime wedges.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Stir-Fried Pork with Ginger and Basil falls under the Seafood 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.

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Stir-Fried Pork with Ginger and Basil

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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