Easy Stir-Fried Pork With String Beans
"Simple stir-fried pork with snappy green beans is a great weeknight meal. [Photographs: Shao Z.] Pork loves sweet, snappy counterparts—think pulled pork and cole slaw, or pork chops with sautéed apples. Maybe that's why pork and beans are such a classic Chinese combination. In this version, I use sliced marinated pork loin stir-fried very quickly with some blanched green beans, all flavored with ginger, garlic, and a simple marinade. It comes together in just about the same time that it takes to steam a batch of rice, making this a perfect weeknight meal. Why this recipe works: * A simple marinade with salt, soy sauce, wine, sugar, oil, and cornstarch helps the meat stay tender, juicy, and flavorful, with improved browning characteristics. * Blanching the beans in advance and stir-frying in batches helps maximize heat and flavor in the wok...."