Green Beans and Ground Pork (Spicy)
Description:
This delightful dish boasts a tantalizing blend of spiciness with a hint of sweetness, offering a culinary adventure that’s sure to please your taste buds. The level of heat can be customized to suit your preferences; feel free to adjust the amount of red peppers according to your desired spice intensity. If you’re like me and enjoy a fiery kick, opt for the hotter varieties of peppers available.
Recipe Details:
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Cuisine: Thai, Asian
- Difficulty: Easy
- Keywords: Beans, Meat, Spicy, Thai, Asian, < 30 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 | Fresh green beans |
| 1 | Ground pork |
| 6 | Garlic cloves |
| 4 | Red peppers |
| 1 | Water |
| 3/4 | Fish sauce |
| 1/3 | Pork bouillon cube |
| 1 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Brown sugar |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 471
- Fat: 27.5g
- Saturated Fat: 9.3g
- Cholesterol: 106.7mg
- Sodium: 1852.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.1g
- Fiber: 6.9g
- Sugar: 10g
- Protein: 34.7g
Instructions:
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Heat Oil: Begin by heating oil in a wok over medium heat.
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Saute Garlic and Peppers: Add the garlic cloves and red peppers to the wok, sautéing them for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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Cook Ground Pork: Introduce the ground pork to the wok, cooking it until it loses its pink hue. If excess oil accumulates, drain it off.
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Add Ingredients: Incorporate the fresh green beans, water, fish sauce, salt, pork bouillon cube, and brown sugar into the wok.
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Bring to a Boil: Allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil, ensuring that all the flavors meld together beautifully.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium and let the dish simmer until the green beans reach desired tenderness. Adjust the consistency with additional water, salt, or fish sauce to match your personal taste preferences.
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Serve: Once cooked to perfection, serve this delectable dish with steamed white rice if desired. It’s now ready to be enjoyed!
Notes:
- Feel free to experiment with different types of peppers to achieve your preferred level of spiciness.
- For added depth of flavor, consider garnishing with fresh herbs like cilantro or Thai basil.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with jasmine rice or even noodles for a satisfying meal.
Prepare to embark on a culinary journey filled with bold flavors and vibrant colors with this enticing Green Beans and Ground Pork recipe. Whether you’re a fan of Thai cuisine or simply crave a quick and delicious meal, this dish is certain to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Enjoy the delightful interplay of spicy and sweet notes, perfectly complemented by tender green beans and savory ground pork.
