Tantalize your taste buds with a fiery symphony of flavors in our Spicy Stir-Fried Pork, Asparagus, and Onions with Lemongrass. This delectable dish combines the tender chewiness of pork, the crisp crunch of asparagus, and the aromatic sweetness of onions, all enveloped in a vibrant sauce that packs a zesty punch. Infused with the citrusy fragrance of lemongrass, this stir-fry promises an explosion of taste that will leave you craving for more.
Our culinary journey continues with three additional tantalizing recipes that explore the diverse flavors of Asian cuisine. Embark on a culinary adventure with our savory Stir-Fried Long Beans with Garlic and Chili, a vibrant symphony of textures and flavors. If you seek a delightful vegetarian option, our Stir-Fried Snow Peas with Garlic and Ginger will enchant your palate with its simplicity and freshness. And for a taste of Thailand, our Pad See Ew, a classic stir-fried noodle dish, will transport you to the bustling streets of Bangkok with its harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.
These recipes not only offer culinary delights but also cater to various dietary preferences. The Spicy Stir-Fried Pork, Asparagus, and Onions with Lemongrass is a gluten-free and dairy-free option, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions. The Stir-Fried Long Beans with Garlic and Chili and Stir-Fried Snow Peas with Garlic and Ginger are both vegan and gluten-free, ensuring everyone can indulge in these flavorful creations.
Join us on this culinary expedition as we explore the vibrant and diverse flavors of Asian cuisine. Let your taste buds dance with delight as you embark on a journey of taste and discovery.
SPICY STIR-FRIED PORK, ASPARAGUS, AND ONIONS WITH LEMON GRASS
This is a fantastic stir-fry! It serves 3-4 people (or even two big eaters) and I recommend serving it with plain rice. Recipe is adapted from 'The New Best Recipe'. Enjoy!
Provided by tigerduck
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Freeze the tenderloin until firm, 20 to 30 minutes. Cut the tenderloin crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick medallions. Slice each medaillon into 1/3-inch-wide strips.
- Combine the pork, 1 tsp fish sauce, and the soy sauce in a small bowl.
- Whisk the remaining 2 tbsp fish sauce, the chicken broth, lime juice, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a measuring cup.
- Combine garlic, lemon grass, red pepper flakes and 1 tbsp of the oil.
- Heat 1 1/2 tsps oil in a nonstick 12-inch skillet or in a wok over high heat until smoking; add half of the pork to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up the clumps, until well browned, about 2 minutes. Transfer pork to a bowl. Repeat with an additional 1 1/2 tsps oil and the remaining pork.
- Add 1 tbsp oil to the now-empty skillet or wok; add the asparagus and cook, stirring every 30 seconds, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add the water, cover the pan, and lower the heat to medium. Steam the asparagus until tender-crisp, about 2 minutes; transfer the asparagus to the bowl with the pork.
- Add the remaining 1 1/2 tsps oil to the skillet or wok; add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown and soften, about two minutes.
- Clear the center of the skillet; add the garlic and lemon grass mixture to the clearing and cook, mashing the mixture with a spoon, until fragrant, about 1 minute, then stir the mixture into the onion. Return the pork and asparagus to the skillet and toss to combine. Whisk the sauce to recombine, then add to the skillet/wok; cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce is thickened and evenly distributed, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with the thai basil. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.9, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 74.8, Sodium 1281.9, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 9.2, Protein 29.2
PAN-FRIED ASPARAGUS WITH ONIONS
Everyone that I make this for absolutely loves it! The onions are a great flavor contrast to the asparagus. This vegetable dish pairs as a great side with everything...fish, meat, chicken, or pasta.
Provided by Laurie Brenner
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 16m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook and stir asparagus in melted butter until bright green, but still firm, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir 1 tablespoon butter and onion into asparagus; sprinkle with onion salt.
- Cook and stir until onion is slightly browned and asparagus are tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 125.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
SPICY ASPARAGUS SPEARS
This no-fuss dish gets its zippy taste from Cajun seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes. Even those who don't like asparagus will enjoy these buttery spears.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter. Stir in the onion powder, seasoned salt, Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes. Add asparagus spears, stir gently to coat. Cover and cook 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PORK AND ASPARAGUS STIR-FRY
I got this recipe from a Canadian Living Magazine. Our family really liked it. I used sherry, but you can use Chinese wine. You can use a different kind of mushroom if you prefer. I served it over rice.
Provided by Honeyofachef
Categories Pork
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine pork, half of the sherry, soy sauce, cornstarch and ginger to coat. Set aside.
- Cut each asparagus stalk into 4 pieces. Set aside.
- In a wok, heat oil over high heat and stir fry onions until fragrant. Add pork and stir fry until no longer pink.
- Add asparagus and mushrooms and stir fry for about 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth, sugar and remaining sherry. Stir fry until asparagus is tenercrisp.
STIR-FRIED SPICY ASPARAGUS
Holding out for regional produce may seem absurdly romantic, or a little stubborn, but there's no denying the thrill when, after months of apples, potatoes and sturdy greens, suddenly asparagus appears in full force at the market. Finally, spring has arrived.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Snap off and discard the tough bottoms of each asparagus spear. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch lengths
- In a wok or cast-iron skillet, heat the oil until nearly smoking. Add the asparagus, season generously with salt and pepper and stir well, making sure the asparagus is coated and glistening with oil. Continue to stir-fry over high heat for about 1 minute, until the asparagus looks bright green and barely cooked. Add the garlic, ginger and chile and stir-fry for 30 seconds more.
- Transfer to a serving platter and scatter leaves on top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 52, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 308 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
STIR-FRIED PORK WITH ASPARAGUS
If you like a really strong garlic flavor, reserve half of the garlic and stir it in at the end of the cooking, along with the optional sesame oil. Serve with rice. Other cuts of meat you can use here: beef, preferably sirloin; lamb, preferably from the shoulder or leg; boneless chicken; shrimp (which will cook more quickly).
Yield makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Have all the ingredients ready, including cooked white rice if you're planning to serve it. Preheat a large skillet over high heat for about 2 minutes. Immediately add half the peanut oil, the chiles if you're using them, and the pork, spreading it in one even layer. Cook, stirring only occasionally, until the pork browns, about 3 minutes. Transfer the pork to a bowl (discard the chiles) and lower the heat slightly.
- Add the remaining oil and the asparagus to the skillet. Again, cook, stirring occasionally, until the asparagus turns bright green and begins to become tender, 3 or 4 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, and scallion and cook, stirring once or twice, for 30 seconds.
- Add the stock and soy sauce, stir, and cook for 15 seconds. Add the sesame oil if you like and serve.
STIR-FRIED ASPARAGUS WITH PORK
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories lunch, quick, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Break bottom inch or so off of each asparagus spear; cut stalks into inch-long pieces.
- Heat a large skillet over high heat for about 2 minutes. Immediately add half the peanut oil, chilies if you're using them and pork, crumbling it with your fingers. Cook, stirring only occasionally, until pork browns, about 2 minutes. Remove pork to a bowl, discard chilies and lower heat slightly.
- Add remaining oil and asparagus to skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus turns bright green and begins to become tender, 3 or 4 minutes. Add garlic and scallions and cook, stirring once or twice, for 30 seconds.
- Add stock or water and soy sauce; stir and cook for 15 seconds. Stir in pork, add sesame oil if you like and stir once more. Serve with white rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 179, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 283 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SPICY PORK STIR-FRY
Meet the Cook: The first time I made this recipe, back some years ago, my closest girlfriend came over for dinner. Between the two of us, we managed to finish the entire panful! Nowadays, I cook for my husband and 17-year-old daughter. -Jane Flatgard, Circle Pines, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cut the pork into 1/8-in. wide slices; cut each slice into 3-in. strips. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, sugar, ginger and cayenne. Add pork; toss to coat and set aside. , In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry onion, carrot and garlic in oil until crisp-tender. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm. , In the same skillet, stir-fry pork over medium-high heat until browned and no longer pink. Add onion mixture and peas; heat through. Serve in lettuce cups or over rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 675mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
Tips:
- To get the best flavor, use fresh lemongrass stalks. If you can't find lemongrass, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of dried lemongrass or 1 teaspoon of lemongrass paste.
- If you don't have a wok, you can use a large skillet or Dutch oven. Just be sure to heat the pan over high heat before adding the ingredients.
- Stir-fry the pork and vegetables in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan. This will help the ingredients cook evenly.
- Add the lemon juice and fish sauce to taste. You may want to start with a small amount and add more to taste.
- Serve the stir-fry over rice or noodles.
Conclusion:
This spicy stir-fried pork, asparagus, and onions with lemongrass is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. The combination of flavors and textures is simply irresistible. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.
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