Stir Fried Pork With Green Beans Baby Corn Recipe

This incredibly flavorful stir-fry, adapted from the beloved Thai Cooking & More cookbook, is a family favorite! Quick, easy, and perfect after a long workday, this dish features tender pork, crisp-tender green beans, and sweet baby corn in a savory sauce. We highly recommend using real sherry (from the liquor store!) for an authentic Asian flavor that elevates this simple recipe. Serve over fluffy rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 401.2 kcal
Protein 58g
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Ingredients for Stir Fried Pork With Green Beans Baby Corn

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How to Make Stir Fried Pork With Green Beans Baby Corn

  1. Slice pork against the grain into thin, 3/4-inch strips.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon dry sherry (real stuff!), and 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  3. Transfer the marinade to a large zip-top bag.
  4. Add the pork strips and toss to coat thoroughly.
  5. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or longer in the refrigerator for even more flavor).
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1/3 cup water. Set aside.
  7. Heat 1 tablespoon peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  8. Add 1 pound green beans and stir-fry for about 4 minutes until slightly softened.
  9. Add 2 tablespoons water, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
  10. Remove green beans from the wok and set aside.
  11. Heat 1 tablespoon peanut oil in the wok over high heat.
  12. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 inch minced ginger, and the marinated pork. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes, or until the pork is no longer pink.
  13. Stir in 1 tablespoon black bean sauce and 1/2 teaspoon hot chili paste (or more, to taste). Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  14. Return the green beans to the wok.
  15. Stir the cornstarch mixture and add it to the wok.
  16. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
  17. Add 1 cup baby corn and stir to combine. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  18. Serve hot over rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

18g

Carbs

12g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Pork Recipes Asian Chinese Thai

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Main Dish Asian One Dish Meal Stir Fry Meat Technique

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Stir Fried Pork With Green Beans Baby Corn?

Stir Fried Pork With Green Beans Baby Corn takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Stir Fried Pork With Green Beans Baby Corn?

Stir Fried Pork With Green Beans Baby Corn has approximately 401.2 calories per serving, with about 58 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Stir Fried Pork With Green Beans Baby Corn?

The key ingredients for Stir Fried Pork With Green Beans Baby Corn are Pork Tenderloin, Cornstarch, Soy Sauce, Dry Sherry, Dark Sesame Oil, Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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