fried pork slices with celery

How to Stir-Fry Celery with Pork: A Step-by-Step Guide

Stir-fried celery with pork is a quick, healthy, and delicious dish that balances crisp celery and savory meat. Here’s a simple recipe to achieve restaurant-quality results at home.

Ingredients:

- 200g pork loin, thinly sliced

- 3 celery stalks, cut into 2-inch segments

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tsp oyster sauce

- 1/2 tsp sugar

- 1 tbsp vegetable oil

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Optional: 1 tsp cornstarch for tenderizing pork

Steps:

1. Prepare the pork: Marinate sliced pork with soy sauce, pepper, and cornstarch (if using) for 15 minutes to tenderize.

2. Blanch celery (optional): For extra crispness, boil celery segments for 1 minute, then drain and rinse under cold water.

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

4. Sauté aromatics: In the same wok, stir-fry garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Add celery and cook for 2 minutes until slightly tender.

5. Combine: Return pork to the wok. Add oyster sauce, sugar, and a splash of water. Stir-fry for 1 minute until everything is well-coated. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.

Serve hot with steamed rice for a light yet satisfying meal. Enjoy the harmony of flavors and textures in this classic stir-fry!