Mu shu pork #1

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½poundsRolled pork roast
5tablespoonsOil
½bunchGreen onion/scallion
2cupsThinly sliced/shredded chinese cabbage (bok choy)
1cupFresh bean sprouts
1can(8.5-oz) drained bamboo shoots
4Beaten egg
1tablespoonSesame seeds
2tablespoonsSoy sauce
½teaspoonSalt
½teaspoonSugar
Mandarin pancakes (from any oriental market)

Directions

Cut pork into matchstick pieces. Cut onions into 2 inch lengths , then cut the strips into shreds. Heat wok or large deep skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil, swirl to coat bottom and side.

Add onions, cabbage, bean sprouts and bamboo shoots. Stir-fry until just wilted; remove to large bowl. Reheat pan; add 2 more tablespoon oil. Add eggs, swirling pan to spread out into thin layer. COok until firm, breaking eggs up into small pieces. Remove to bowl with vegetables. Reheat pan; add sesame seeds and remaining oil. Add pork; stir-fry until browned and thoroughly cooked. Add soy, salt and sugar. Return vegetable-egg mixture to pan. Stir-fry until heated.

Serve with mandarin pancakes. Have each person add about a tablespoon of filling to their own pancakes, adding a dab of hot mustard, oyster or plum sauce or dipping sauce (from wonton recipe). Fold pancake in half like soft taco, or roll it up, folding over one end to hold in the juices. Eat with fingers.