Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork tenderloin: 1 pound
- Onion: 1 large, sliced
- Green bell pepper: 1 large, sliced
- Red bell pepper: 1 large, sliced
- Carrots: 1 cup, sliced
- Celery: 1 cup, sliced
- Chow Mein noodles: 8 ounces
- Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons
- Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Hoisin sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Ginger-garlic paste: 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper: to taste
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Medium)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Slice the pork tenderloin into thin strips.
- Marinate the pork in soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, ginger-garlic paste, and sesame oil for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chow mein noodles according to the package directions.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Add the marinated pork and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the onion, bell peppers, carrots, and celery to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
- Add the cooked chow mein noodles to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Season with additional soy sauce, rice vinegar, or hoisin sauce to taste.
- Serve hot.
Nutritional Information:
1 serving (1 cup)
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 10g (saturated 3g)
- Carbohydrates: 35g (fiber 3g, sugar 10g)
- Protein: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and slightly sweet flavor
- Bright and colorful appearance
- Texture contrast between the crispy noodles and the tender vegetables
- Well-balanced nutritional profile
User Comments:
- "The pork was incredibly tender."
- "The flavors were perfectly balanced."
- "I loved the crunch of the noodles."
- "The dish was a great combination of Asian and American flavors."
- "This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have chow mein noodles, you can substitute spaghetti or other long pasta.
- To make the dish vegetarian, substitute the pork with extra-firm tofu.
- Serve with a side of rice or egg rolls for a complete meal.
