A lightning-fast wok toss pairing tender pork ribbons with crisp vegetables in a glossy sauce. Weeknight comfort with restaurant flair.
This home-style Chinese classic relies on mise en place. Once your wok ignites, the dance happens fast—aromatics bloom, vegetables sear, and pork returns to soak up the savory glaze.
Toss pork strips with 1 teaspoon soy sauce, white pepper, and cornstarch. Massage lightly and let rest 10 minutes. This coating creates that silky restaurant texture.
Heat wok until smoking. Add 1 tablespoon oil, then pork in a single layer. Let sear 30 seconds undisturbed, then stir-fry 2 minutes until edges caramelize. Remove to a plate.
Add remaining oil. Fry garlic and ginger 15 seconds until fragrant. Add carrots first (they need longest), stir 1 minute, then add onion and wood ears for 1 minute. Finally add cucumber for 30 seconds. Keep everything crisp-tender.
Return pork to wok. Splash in remaining soy sauce and Shaoxing wine. Sprinkle stock powder if using. Toss vigorously 1 minute until everything glistens with savory glaze. Serve immediately over steamed rice.
A quick and vibrant vegetarian stir-fry featuring tender oyster mushrooms paired with colorful bell peppers. This dish comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. The mushrooms are blanched first for a delicate texture, then wok-tossed with crisp vegetables and aromatic seasonings.
