Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Orient with this delectable stir-fried pork dish coated in a luscious plum and soy sauce. This harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors is sure to leave you craving for more.
The recipe begins with tender pork slices marinated in a symphony of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and Chinese cooking wine, infusing them with an aromatic depth of flavor. Once the pork has absorbed the marinade's essence, it is skillfully stir-fried until golden brown, each piece a crispy delight.
Meanwhile, a tantalizing sauce is crafted from a medley of ingredients that dance together in perfect harmony. Plums, with their naturally sweet and tangy notes, are stewed until they yield a luscious sauce, which is then enriched with soy sauce, sugar, and a hint of sesame oil. The addition of green onions and ginger adds a refreshing brightness that cuts through the richness of the sauce.
When the pork and sauce are ready, they are united in a sizzling symphony of flavors. The tender pork greedily soaks up the delectable sauce, creating a harmonious union of textures and tastes. Each bite is a delightful interplay of sweet, savory, and tangy notes, complemented by the subtle crunch of the vegetables.
This stir-fried pork in plum and soy sauce is not just a meal; it's an experience that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Asia. Serve it over a bed of fluffy rice or your favorite noodles, and garnish with additional green onions and sesame seeds for an Instagram-worthy presentation.
Additional recipes included in the article offer tantalizing variations on this classic dish. Try the pork loin stir-fry with plum sauce for a leaner cut of meat, or venture into the realm of spice with the spicy pork stir-fry with plum sauce. For a vegetarian twist, the tofu stir-fry with plum sauce is a delectable option that delivers on both flavor and texture.
No matter your palate or dietary preference, these stir-fried pork and tofu dishes, coated in the irresistible plum and soy sauce, promise an unforgettable culinary adventure. Embark on this gastronomic journey and let your taste buds savor the vibrant flavors of the Orient.
EASY PORK STIR FRY
Pork Stir Fry is the perfect idea for a week night meal! Serve over rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles of your choice.
Provided by Deanne Frieders
Categories Main Dish Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, water, garlic, honey and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Slice the tenderloin in half lengthwise to make 2 pieces, then slice into smaller slices approximately 1/4 inch thick. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add oil to lightly coat the pan. Add pork pieces and cook, stirring, until the pork is almost completely cooked, about 4 minutes.
- Add frozen veggies to the pan and cook over medium high heat until thawed and no longer frozen.
- Increase the heat to high. Add the stir fry sauce to the pan and cook over high heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to boil. Reduce heat to low and cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat. Sauce will thicken and coat the stir fry as it cools.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 74 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 grams, Sodium 673 milligrams sodium, Sugar 18 grams sugar, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat
MU-SHU PORK
In this classic Chinese dish, stir-fried slivered vegetables and pork tenderloin topped with homemade plum sauce are wrapped in soft pancakes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place pork, soy sauce, Marsala, sugar, sesame oil, and salt and pepper in a small bowl; toss and set aside.
- Heat peanut oil in a large wok over high heat. Add ginger, scallions, cabbage, carrots, and mushrooms; cook, stirring and tossing constantly, until vegetables are wilted, about 5 minutes. Add pork and marinade and 6 tablespoons water; cook, stirring constantly, until pork is cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Serve immediately wrapped curry pancakes, with the plum sauce on the side.
HONEY PLUM SOY STIR-FRY
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place the soy sauce, honey, plum preserves, chicken stock, cornstarch, ginger, sriracha, garlic and scallions in a mason jar. Secure the lid and shake until everything is combined. Set aside.
- Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over a medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook for 2 minutes, then remove and set aside. Add the onions, broccoli and cauliflower and cook until the veggies have softened but still have a bite, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and pour over the sauce. Stir everything together and cook until the sauce is very thick, 1 to 2 minutes. Add a little water if needed to make it more saucy.
- Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice. Garnish with some sliced scallions and sesame seeds. Enjoy.
PORK AND CUCUMBER STIR-FRY
Steps:
- Using a sharp knife, cut the pork into thin slices. Whisk 2 tablespoons of the soy sauce, the cornstarch, salt and white pepper together in a medium bowl. Add the pork and mix well.
- Cut the cucumbers crosswise in three pieces. Using the flat side of a large, heavy knife, lightly crush the cucumber pieces, then tear them into chunks; discard any loose seeds.
- Heat the canola oil in a very large cast-iron skillet or wok over high heat until nearly smoking. Add the pork and spread it in an even layer. Cook, undisturbed, until well browned on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Add the ginger and garlic and stir-fry until very fragrant and the pork is nearly cooked through, about 3 minutes. Add the cucumbers and stir-fry until the cucumbers are hot, about 3 minutes longer. Stir in the scallions and the remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce; season with salt and white pepper to taste. Serve right away with rice and sambal oelek.
PORK STIR FRY
Quick stir fry using fresh veggies and cheap ingredients you probably have stocked in your cabinet already.
Provided by EACline
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk soy sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch together in a small bowl.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Cook and stir tenderloin strips in hot oil until just browned, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer pork to a plate and return wok to heat.
- Heat remaining oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir red chile pepper and garlic in hot oil until sizzling, 15 to 30 seconds. Add onion and green pepper to skillet; cook and stir until onion starts to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir chopped bok choy stalks into onion mixture; cook and stir until stems begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
- Stir broccoli into bok choy mixture; cook and stir until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add pork, chopped bok choy leaves, and soy sauce mixture; cook and stir until well-combined. Season pork mixture with ginger; cook and stir until bok choy starts to wilt and broccoli is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 42.1 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 540.8 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
PORK WITH PLUM SAUCE
What better way to serve pork than with a sweet and tangy plum sauce! The combination of spices turns this ordinary pork dish into a family favorite! Serve with rice and sprinkle with cilantro.
Provided by Budark
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Boneless
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork chops with salt and pepper; cook in the hot oil until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Remove pork chops to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium; cook and stir the garlic in the skillet just until fragrant, 10 to 20 seconds. Pour in the soy sauce, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, and cloves; bring to a boil. Stir the mixture until the brown sugar dissolves; add the plums. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer the mixture until the sauce has thickened and the plums are very soft, about 45 minutes. Mash the plums with a potato masher to an applesauce-like texture. Place the pork chops back into the pan and cook in the sauce until no longer pink in the middle, 10 to 15 minutes. A meat thermometer inserted into the middle of a chop should read 145 degrees (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 59.1 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 938.2 mg, Sugar 15.1 g
CHINESE PORK FRIED RICE
Pretty peas and crunchy carrots add color to tender poultry and rice in this savory supper recipe sent by Peggy Vaught of Glasgow, West Virginia.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the pork, carrot, broccoli, peas and onion in butter until pork is no longer pink. Remove from skillet and set aside. , In same skillet, cook and stir egg over medium heat until completely set. Stir in the rice, soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger and pork mixture; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 597mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
STIR-FRIED PORK IN PLUM AND SOY SAUCE
I made this the other night and this is another great quick and easy mid week meal to make, as it can be on the table in about 30 Min's. My hubby and I have been watching our carb intake at the moment and are trying not to eat starchy carbs in the evening, so I served as is, but it would pair well with steamed Jasmine rice.
Provided by The Flying Chef
Categories Pork
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 1 Tablespoon oil in a wok and stir-fry pork, in batches, until browned, remove from wok and set to one side.
- Heat remaining oil in wok, add onion, garlic and ginger, stir-fry 1 Minute.
- Add red and yellow peppers stir-fry 1 minute, add soy sauce, return pork to pan, stir-fry until peppers start to soften.
- Add asparagus, peas, sprouts, plum and hoi sin sauces, stir-fry until remaining veg are just tender, you still want a nice crunch.
- Cooking time will be longer if not using a wok.
- To Serve: Either serve as is for low carb or serve over jasmine rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.7, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 94.6, Sodium 861.8, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 6.4, Protein 37.3
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh, lean pork, and ripe, juicy plums.
- Slice the pork against the grain to make it more tender. This will help the pork cook evenly and prevent it from becoming tough.
- Marinate the pork in the soy sauce, rice wine, and ginger for at least 30 minutes. This will help to tenderize the pork and infuse it with flavor.
- Use a hot wok or skillet to cook the pork. This will help to create a nice sear on the outside of the pork while keeping the inside moist.
- Add the plums and cook them until they are softened. This will help to release their natural sweetness and create a delicious sauce.
- Serve the pork with steamed rice or noodles. You can also add a side of vegetables or a salad.
Conclusion:
Stir-fried pork in plum and soy sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish like a pro. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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