fried loofah with pork slices

How to Stir-Fried Pork Slices with Loofah: A Complete Guide

Stir-fried pork slices with loofah is a quick, healthy, and delicious dish that balances tender meat and crisp, refreshing vegetables. Here’s a simple yet flavorful recipe to master it.

Ingredients: 200g pork tenderloin, sliced thin; 1 medium loofah, peeled and cut into rounds; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp oyster sauce; 1 tsp cornstarch; 1 tbsp cooking oil; salt and pepper to taste. Optional: a pinch of chili flakes for heat.

Steps:

1. Marinate the pork: In a bowl, mix pork slices with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, pepper, and 1 tsp oil. Let it sit for 15 minutes to tenderize.

2. Prep the loofah: Soak loofah rounds in salted water for 5 minutes to remove bitterness, then drain.

3. Stir-fry: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant. Toss in marinated pork and stir-fry until no longer pink (about 2-3 minutes). Remove pork and set aside.

4. Cook the loofah: In the same wok, add loofah rounds. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened. Return pork to the wok, add a splash of water (if needed), and season with salt and chili flakes (if using). Toss everything together for 1 minute until well combined.

Serve hot with steamed rice. The dish is best enjoyed immediately when the loofah is crisp-tender and the pork is juicy. Enjoy this effortless yet satisfying meal!