April Drake
@drakegourmetapril
Tofu and Ground Pork Stir-Fry with Peas
A delicious and hearty stir-fry featuring tender ground pork, soft tofu, and vibrant peas, all coated in a savory sauce. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner and is packed with flavor and protein.
Details
- Cuisine:asian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:high-protein
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:13
- Views:9
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time20 min.
- Total time40 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons
- 1/4 cup (Optional)
- 2 cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1 pound
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 (10 ounce) package
- 1 (1 pound) package
- 1 1/2 cups
- 3 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/8 teaspoon
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Tofu and Ground Pork Stir-Fry with Peas.
Step 1
To start your delicious dish, grab a skillet and warm up some vegetable oil over medium heat.
Step 2
Once the oil is shimmering, toss in the chopped green onion, minced garlic, and ginger.
Step 3
Sauté these aromatic ingredients for about a minute until they fill your kitchen with a delightful fragrance.
Step 4
Next, crumble the ground pork into the skillet, using a wooden spoon to break it into small, bite-sized pieces.
Step 5
Pour in the soy sauce and keep stirring as the pork cooks, turning a lovely brown in about 5 to 7 minutes.
Step 6
Now, it’s time to add some color and sweetness—stir in the frozen peas and let them heat through and soften for about 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 7
Gently fold in the bite-sized pieces of tofu, allowing them to warm up for another 3 minutes, soaking up all those wonderful flavors.
Step 8
In a separate bowl, whisk together water, oyster sauce, cornstarch, salt, and a dash of white pepper until smooth.
Step 9
Pour this savory mixture into the skillet, stirring gently to combine it with the pork and tofu.
Step 10
Let everything simmer together until the sauce thickens beautifully, which should take about 5 minutes.
Step 11
Stir occasionally and enjoy the enticing aroma as your dish comes together.
Step 12
This is a fantastic way to create a comforting meal that’s sure to impress!.