Pork Stir Fry (How to Velvet Pork)

Step 1

Slice pork very thinly (about 1/8 inch) against the grain, and place in a bowl.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, mix water, Chinese cooking wine, oyster sauce and baking soda. Pour over pork and mix together well with hands. Allow the liquids to absorb into meat.

Step 3

Stir in corn starch and 1.5 tablespoons of oil. Allow the meat to marinate while you prep the other ingredients

Step 4

Heat one tablespoon of oil in a wok over high heat.

Step 5

Once hot, add in the pork in a single layer. Leave it undisturbed for 30 seconds, then give it a stir. Cook just until opaque, them remove to a plate.

Step 6

Reduce heat to medium high. Add remaining tablespoon of oil, then add in onion, peppers, carrots, mushrooms, cashews and red chili flakes. Stir fry about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Add in aromatics (ginger and garlic). Cook for a minute, then add in sauce.

Step 8

Cook for a few minutes, till the sauce starts simmering. Stir in the snow peas and pork, cook for about another minute, then serve with your favorite rice or noodles.