Mu Shu Pork

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pork tenderloin: 1 pound (450g)
• Green bell pepper: 1 (100g), thinly sliced
• Red bell pepper: 1 (100g), thinly sliced
• Onion: 1/2 (100g), thinly sliced
• Wood ear mushrooms: 10 (50g), soaked until softened
• Bamboo shoots: 1 cup (120g), canned
• Hoisin sauce: 1/4 cup (60ml)
• Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Rice vinegar: 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Brown sugar: 1 tablespoon (15g)
• Ginger: 1 tablespoon (10g), minced
• Garlic: 2 cloves (6g), minced
• Water: as needed
• Salt and pepper: to taste

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut the pork tenderloin into thin strips.
2. In a bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic. Mix well.
3. Marinate the pork strips in the sauce for at least 15 minutes.
4. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a little oil and stir-fry the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, and wood ear mushrooms until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
5. Push the vegetables to the sides of the skillet and add the pork strips. Cook until browned, about 3 minutes.
6. Add the bamboo shoots and marinade sauce to the skillet. Stir-fry until the sauce thickens and the pork is cooked through, about 2 minutes.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve the Mu Shu Pork with warm tortillas, scallions, and cucumber strips.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories per serving (1 cup): 500
• Fat: 20g
• Protein: 40g
• Carbohydrates: 50g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Tender and juicy pork
• Crisp and colorful vegetables
• Aromatic and slightly sweet sauce

User Comments:

• "This Mu Shu Pork is incredibly delicious! The pork is tender, the vegetables are perfectly crisp, and the sauce is full of flavor."
• "Great flavors and textures! Love the combination of the tender pork and the crunchy vegetables in the flavorful sauce."
• "Easy to make and so tasty! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or as a party appetizer."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a sharp knife to slice the pork and vegetables thinly.
• Marinate the pork for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
• Cook the pork over medium-high heat to prevent it from becoming tough.
• Serve the Mu Shu Pork immediately with warm tortillas to prevent the wraps from getting soggy.