Spicy Szechuan Pork Stir-Fry
This Spicy Szechuan Pork Stir-Fry brings a delightful twist to your dinner table. Combining tender pork tenderloin with vibrant red peppers and a robust sauce made of peanut butter and picante, it's a dish that balances heat and flavor perfectly. Each serving is topped with fresh scallions for added crunch and brightness, served alongside fluffy white rice to soak up every drop of the savory sauce. Ideal for a quick weeknight meal or a gathering with friends, this recipe is sure to impress and satisfy!
4
Servings
143
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Dark sesame oil
2 teaspoons (none)
Pork tenderloin
1 lb (cut into 1 inch pieces)
Gingerroot
2 teaspoons (peeled and minced)
Garlic cloves
3 (minced)
Sweet red pepper
1 medium (cut into strips)
Picante sauce
1/3 cup (none)
Reduced-fat peanut butter
2 tablespoons (none)
Low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon (none)
Cooked white rice
2 cups (hot)
Scallion
1/4 cup (minced)
Instructions
1
1. In a large nonstick skillet, heat the dark sesame oil over medium-high heat.
2
2. Add the pork tenderloin pieces, minced ginger, and minced garlic to the skillet, and stir-fry for about 1 minute until the pork is browned.
3
3. Next, add the sweet red pepper strips to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes until the peppers are slightly softened.
4
4. Stir in the picante sauce, reduced-fat peanut butter, and low sodium soy sauce. Continue to stir-fry for about 3 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and loses its pink color, and the sauce thickens slightly.
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5. Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the stir-fried pork over hot cooked white rice, and garnish with minced scallions for added flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
15g
Carbs
9g
Protein
0.5g
Fiber
200mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spicy Szechuan Pork Stir-Fry?
It is a quick Asian-inspired dish featuring tender pork tenderloin, red peppers, and a unique sauce made from peanut butter and picante sauce.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to make 4 servings.
What type of meat is used in this stir-fry?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch pieces.
What kind of oil should I use?
Dark sesame oil is recommended for its rich, toasted flavor.
How much ginger is required?
You will need 2 teaspoons of peeled and minced gingerroot.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
The recipe requires 3 minced garlic cloves.
What vegetables are included in the stir-fry?
The main vegetable is one medium sweet red pepper cut into strips.
What ingredients make up the sauce?
The sauce is a combination of picante sauce, reduced-fat peanut butter, and low sodium soy sauce.
How long does it take to brown the pork?
The pork, ginger, and garlic should be stir-fried for approximately 1 minute until browned.
How long should the peppers be cooked?
After adding the red pepper strips, stir-fry them for about 2 minutes until slightly softened.
How long is the final cooking stage with the sauce?
The dish should be stir-fried for about 3 minutes once the sauce ingredients are added.
What is the recommended side dish?
The stir-fry is served over 2 cups of hot cooked white rice.
How is the dish garnished?
It is garnished with 1/4 cup of minced scallions.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 143 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 5 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 15 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 9 grams of protein.
How much sodium is in the recipe?
The recipe contains 200mg of sodium per serving.
Does the dish contain fiber?
Yes, there is 0.5g of fiber per serving.
Is this recipe considered spicy?
Yes, it is characterized as a spicy dish due to the picante sauce and Szechuan-style flavoring.
Can I use regular peanut butter?
While the recipe specifies reduced-fat peanut butter, regular peanut butter can be used as a substitute.
What type of soy sauce is used?
The recipe specifically calls for low sodium soy sauce.
How do I know when the pork is finished cooking?
The pork is done when it has lost its pink color and is cooked through.
What kind of cookware is best for this recipe?
A large nonstick skillet is ideal for this stir-fry.
How many total ingredients are used?
There are 10 ingredients listed for this recipe.
Is this a good recipe for weeknights?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and is designed for easy preparation.
What is the preparation for the scallions?
The scallions should be minced before being used as a garnish.
Can I substitute the white rice?
While the recipe suggests white rice, you can serve it with any grain of your choice.
What is the preparation for the red pepper?
The red pepper should be cut into strips.
How much picante sauce is used?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of picante sauce.