This easy AUTHENTIC CHINESE PORK CHOW MEIN Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients!
INGREDIENTS
1 1?2 lbs lean pork, thinly sliced 3 garlic cloves, chopped (optional) 1?4 cup cornstarch 2 teaspoons sugar 5 tablespoons soy sauce (divided, more is desired) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons shortening 1 3?4 cups water, divided 2 stalks celery, diced 1 large onion, chopped 1 tablespoon molasses (do NOT omit) 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts 1 lb bean sprouts (or more) 1 (4 ounce) can mushrooms, drained salt and pepper 1 bunch green onion (optional) blanched almond, lightly toasted
DIRECTIONS
Cut meat into thin strips. Combine 2 tbsp cornstarch with sugar, blend in 1 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp oil; mix to blend. Pour over pork strips; toss well to coat, marinade in mixture for 20 minutes. In a wok or large saute pan heat 2 tablespoons shortening; brown the meat lightly on all sides in hot shortening (after browning the pork you may add in chopped garlic and saute for 2 minutes if desired). Add remaining 4 tbsp soy sauce and 1-1/2 cups water; simmer, covered on low heat for 45 minutes. Add in the celery and onions; simmer for 15 minutes more. In a small bowl, blend in remaining cornstarch with 1/4 cup water; stir into meat mixture. Add molasses, water chestnuts, bean sprouts and mushrooms; heat thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted almonds.
by: Kittencalrecipezazz
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