Stir-Fried Green Beans with Pork

Stir-Fried Green Beans with Pork

This savory stir-fry combines tender meat and crisp green beans in a fragrant, umami-packed sauce infused with the bold flavors of Sichuan peppercorns and fennel seeds. The dish starts with blanched meat for a perfect texture, then gets a deep, aromatic stir-fry with scallions, ginger, and garlic. A splash of soy sauce and a hint of sugar create a rich, caramelized glaze, while simmering with green beans ensures they stay tender yet vibrant. A touch of cornstarch thickens the sauce, coating every bite with savory goodness. Quick, flavorful, and satisfying, this recipe brings together the best of stir-frying and braising for a dish that’s both hearty and full of bold, spicy-sweet depth. Perfect served over rice for an easy yet impressive meal!

15 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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pork
200g
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green beans
300g

The aromatics

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scallions
2 stalks
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ginger
15g (small piece)
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garlic
3 cloves

The sauce & seasonings

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Sichuan peppercorns
1 tsp
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fennel seeds
1 tsp
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cornstarch
1 tbsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Cut the meat into pieces, blanch them in boiling water, and then remove them.

2. Step 2

Heat the wok with scallions, ginger, garlic, Sichuan peppercorns, and fennel seeds, add the meat and stir-fry.

3. Step 3

Add soy sauce and sugar, stir-fry until fragrant, then add green beans and continue stir-frying until they are tender.

4. Step 4

Add a small amount of water, cover and simmer for 3 minutes.

5. Step 5

Mix a small amount of cornstarch with water, pour it in, add an appropriate amount of salt, and stir-fry. If the green beans are still not cooked, add a small amount of water and continue to simmer.

6. Step 6

Serve.

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