Sweet Chili Pork Stir-Fry with Basil Infused Rice
Delight your senses with this Sweet Chili Pork Stir-Fry, where tender pieces of scotch steak mingle with the zesty bite of fresh chili and ginger. Bathed in a sticky sweet chili and soy sauce blend, this dish is perfectly complemented by crisp capsicum and vibrant bok choy. Served over basil-infused brown rice, it's a quick and flavorsome meal option, perfect for any night of the week. Whether you choose pork, chicken, or tofu, this meal promises a delightful fusion of Asian-inspired flavors.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Vegetable oil (or peanut oil)
1 1/2 tablespoons (divided)
Pork steaks (scotch steaks)
350 g (cut into 2.5cm pieces)
Garlic cloves
2 (crushed)
Chili (fresh long red)
1 (seeded and sliced (optional))
Ginger (fresh)
3 teaspoons (grated)
Sweet chili sauce
1/3 cup (none)
Soy sauce
1 tablespoon (none)
Red capsicum
1 (small, finely chopped)
Brown rice
450 g (90 second microwave packet)
Bok choy (baby)
370 g (trimmed, coarsely chopped)
Thai basil leaves
1/2 cup (divided)
Instructions
1
Heat a wok or large frying pan over moderately high heat. Add half of the vegetable oil, swirling to coat the surface.
2
Add the pork pieces to the wok and stir-fry for 5 to 6 minutes, or until they are well-browned and cooked through.
3
Add the crushed garlic, sliced chili, and grated ginger to the pork. Stir-fry for about 1 minute, or until the mixture becomes fragrant.
4
Immediately stir in the sweet chili sauce and soy sauce. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, for 1 more minute, then remove the pork mixture from the wok and set aside.
5
Add the remaining oil to the wok and increase the heat to high. Toss in the finely chopped capsicum and the microwave-prepared brown rice.
6
Stir-fry the rice and capsicum mixture for 3 to 4 minutes, or until everything is heated through thoroughly.
7
Add the chopped bok choy to the wok. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the greens are just wilted.
8
Return the cooked pork and its juices to the wok, along with 1/3 cup of Thai basil leaves.
9
Stir-fry everything together for another minute, ensuring all ingredients are well combined and heated through.
10
Serve the stir-fry in shallow bowls, garnishing each with the remaining Thai basil leaves.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 350g of pork scotch steak cut into 2.5cm pieces.
Can I substitute the pork with another protein?
Yes, you can substitute the pork with chicken or tofu.
What type of rice is used for the Basil Infused Rice?
The recipe uses a 450g packet of 90-second microwave brown rice.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
What ingredients make up the sauce?
The sauce is a blend of 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce and 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
What aromatics are used to flavor the pork?
The pork is flavored with 2 crushed garlic cloves, 1 sliced long red chili, and 3 teaspoons of fresh grated ginger.
How much ginger is required?
You will need 3 teaspoons of fresh grated ginger.
Is the red chili mandatory?
No, the sliced long red chili is an optional ingredient.
What types of oil are recommended for cooking?
Vegetable oil or peanut oil is recommended for this stir-fry.
How should the pork scotch steaks be prepared?
The pork should be cut into 2.5cm pieces before being added to the wok.
Which vegetable is stir-fried along with the brown rice?
A small, finely chopped red capsicum is stir-fried with the brown rice.
What leafy green is included in the stir-fry?
370g of baby bok choy, trimmed and coarsely chopped, is added to the dish.
How long should the pork be cooked?
The pork should be stir-fried for 5 to 6 minutes or until well-browned and cooked through.
When do you add the sweet chili and soy sauce?
Stir them in immediately after frying the garlic, chili, and ginger for about 1 minute.
How long do you stir-fry the rice and capsicum mixture?
They should be stir-fried for 3 to 4 minutes until everything is heated through thoroughly.
What specific type of basil is used in this recipe?
Thai basil leaves are used to infuse the dish with its signature flavor.
How much Thai basil is needed in total?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of Thai basil leaves, which is divided for cooking and garnishing.
How long does the bok choy need to cook?
Stir-fry the chopped bok choy for 1 to 2 minutes until the greens are just wilted.
What is the total number of ingredients listed in the recipe?
There are 11 ingredients required for this Sweet Chili Pork Stir-Fry.
Is this considered a quick meal for a busy night?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and is designed to be prepared in under 30 minutes.
What type of cookware is best for this stir-fry?
A wok or a large frying pan is recommended to ensure even cooking over high heat.
How should the garlic be prepared?
The two garlic cloves should be crushed before being added to the wok.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Heat a wok or large frying pan over moderately high heat and add half of the vegetable oil.
Do I need to boil the brown rice separately?
No, the recipe uses a microwave-prepared brown rice packet for convenience.
What flavor profile does this dish have?
It features a sticky sweet chili and soy sauce blend with zesty notes of fresh ginger and chili.
How should the final dish be presented?
Serve the stir-fry in shallow bowls and garnish each with the remaining Thai basil leaves.
How much oil is needed for the entire recipe?
1 1/2 tablespoons of oil are used, divided into two stages of the cooking process.
What heat setting is used when stir-frying the rice?
The heat should be increased to high when adding the capsicum and brown rice to the wok.
Should the chili seeds be removed?
The instructions recommend that the long red chili should be seeded and then sliced.
Is this recipe suitable for a high-protein diet?
Yes, 'high protein' is one of the tags associated with this pork-based meal.