Lemongrass Pork Stir-Fry
This aromatic Lemongrass Pork Stir-Fry is a delightful fusion of flavors that come together in a harmonious balance. Lemongrass lends a refreshing citrusy note, complemented by garlic, cilantro, and Asian seasonings. Tender pork loin, infused with the vibrant lemongrass paste, is stir-fried to perfection and served with a tangy lemon-fish sauce. This dish is a wonderful choice for a flavorful weeknight dinner that will transport your taste buds to Asia with every bite.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 4 lemongrass stalks
- 10 Tbs. water
- 6 garlic cloves, chopped
- 4 Tbs. chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
- 3 lb. pork loin, cut into bite-sized cubes
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 Tbs. Asian fish sauce
- 2 tsp. firmly packed brown sugar
- 4 Tbs. corn or peanut oil
- 6 thinly sliced shallots
- 4 thinly sliced green onions
- Steamed rice for serving
Instructions
- Cut off and discard the leafy tops from each lemongrass stalk. Trim off the base of the pale, bulblike bottom part and slice very thinly.
- In a blender, combine the lemongrass, 4 Tbs. of the water, the garlic, cilantro and pepper and process until a thick paste forms. Place the pork in a bowl, add the lemongrass mixture and stir to coat the pork evenly. Set aside for 20 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining 6 Tbs. water, the lemon juice, fish sauce and brown sugar and stir to dissolve the sugar. Set the sauce aside.
- Heat a wok or large nonstick fry pan over high heat until very hot and add 2 Tbs. of the oil. Add the pork and cook until browned on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pork to a bowl.
- Return the pan to medium heat and add the remaining 2 Tbs. oil. Add the shallots and stir-fry until translucent, about 2 minutes. Pour the sauce into the pan, bring to a boil and boil for 1 minute. Return the pork to the pan and stir-fry until heated through, about 1 minute more. Garnish with the green onions, transfer to a platter and serve with steamed rice. Serves 4 to 6.
- Adapted from Williams-Sonoma Food Made Fast Series,<I> Asian,</I> by Farina Wong Kingsley (Oxmoor House, 2007).
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