Fried pork with cashew nuts
4 servings
30 minutes
Fried pork with cashews is a harmonious combination of tender meat and crunchy nuts that has gained popularity in European cuisine. This recipe, inspired by Eastern motifs, offers a rich flavor with a slight sweetness from soy sauce and sugar. The fried pieces of pork develop an appetizing crust, while garlic and green onions add zest to the dish. Cashews provide a pleasant nutty texture, making each forkful special. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or festive gathering. Serving it with fragrant rice or fresh vegetables can highlight the richness of flavor nuances. It cooks quickly and consistently delights gourmets!
1
Cut the meat into strips 5 cm long and 1 cm thick. Heat 2 tablespoons of sunflower oil. Fry the meat until half-cooked. Transfer it to a paper towel and blot excess oil.
- Pork tenderloin: 600 g
- Sunflower oil: 4 tablespoons
2
Pour the remaining sunflower oil into the pan, add finely chopped garlic, diagonally cut green onion stems, and nuts. Fry all ingredients while stirring continuously for 30-60 seconds.
- Sunflower oil: 4 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Green onion tops (scallion greens): 6 pieces
- Cashews: 100 g
3
Transfer the fried meat to the pan.
- Pork tenderloin: 600 g
4
Mix starch, 75 ml of water, soy sauce, sugar, and a little salt in a bowl. Pour the resulting sauce over the meat.
- Starch: 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: to taste
5
Cook for another 5-10 minutes on low heat.
- Pork tenderloin: 600 g
