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How to Make Stir-Fried Wood Ear Mushrooms with Pork: A Complete Guide

Stir-fried wood ear mushrooms with pork is a quick, flavorful Chinese dish loved for its crispy texture and savory taste. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to master it.

Ingredients: 150g wood ear mushrooms (soaked in warm water for 20 minutes until soft, then sliced), 200g pork loin (thinly sliced), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 green onion (chopped), 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp oyster sauce, ½ tsp sugar, 1 tbsp cooking oil, and a pinch of salt.

Steps:

1. Prep the pork: Marinate the sliced pork with ½ tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and a pinch of pepper for 10 minutes to tenderize.

2. Blanch mushrooms: Boil sliced wood ear mushrooms for 1 minute, then drain to remove excess water and ensure crispness.

3. Stir-fry: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Stir-fry pork until no longer pink, then remove. Sauté garlic until fragrant, add mushrooms, and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Return pork to the wok.

4. Season: Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and salt. Toss everything evenly for 1 minute. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Tips: For extra flavor, add a dash of sesame oil before serving. Adjust seasoning to your taste, and ensure the pork is thinly sliced for quick cooking. This dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice!