Apple and Pork Stir-fry with Ginger

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  • Number of Servings: 1
Ingredients
2 Tbsp. peach jam, preferably fruit sweetened2 Tbsp. reduced sodium soy sauce 2 Tbsp. water1/2 tsp. cornstarch1 1/2 tsp. dark toasted sesame oil1 Tbsp. finely minced fresh ginger root1/2 pound (8 ounces) pork tenderloin, cut into thin strips1 1/2 tsp. canola oil1 cup chopped red bell pepper 1 cup chopped green bell pepper1 cup chopped yellow bell pepper1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained2 firm apples, such as Fuji or Gala, cut into one-inch pieces1/2 cup scallions, thinly slicedFreshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
1. In small bowl, combine jam, soy sauce, water and cornstarch. Set aside.

2. In large non-stick skillet, heat sesame oil over medium high heat. Add pork and ginger and stir-fry until pork is browned and just cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.

3. Transfer pork and ginger to bowl with slotted spoon. Add canola oil to skillet. Stir-fry peppers, water chestnuts, and apples until peppers are crisp tender, about 3 minutes.

4. Add pork back to skillet along with scallions. Stir-fry 30 seconds. Add jam mixture. Continue to stir-fry 30 seconds to one minute, or until sauce thickens. Season to taste with black pepper.

Makes 4 servings (2 oz cooked pork per serving.)

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Servings Per Recipe: 1
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 312.8
  • Total Fat: 8.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 44.8 mg
  • Sodium: 498.0 mg
  • Total Carbs: 41.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.6 g
  • Protein: 19.5 g

Member Reviews
  • BRIDIEK
    I made this but added sliced carrot, pea pods, and bamboo shoots to it. I also changed the apple to pink lady apples because they are a little crisper. It was very good. - 12/18/08
  • THINMINTMOMMY
    Chopped everything earlier in the day and cooked the pork ahead of time. Spent 10 mins at dinner stir frying and serving. EASY and Yummy. - 1/22/09
  • BUTTERFLIBABY72
    I made this last night for dinner. I added bamboo shoots, baby corn ears and snow peas. It is really good. - 9/5/08
  • WOODMOM
    Excellent! I used snow peas instead of yellow peppers and served it over brown rice. It was very colorful and flavorful. A winner in my family. - 6/22/09
  • GRIZZGIRL
    We loved thie recipe. I added mushrooms an one cup of shredded red cabbage. - 7/12/08
  • IRONMIKE7707
    We loved it. I took the advice of another commenter here and added a extra ginger. It turned out perfectly. This is one of the best recipes I've ever made, healthy or otherwise. Thank you! - 1/16/09
  • NATUREDOC
    For those who used powdered ginger instead of fresh -- fresh ginger tastes MUCH different than powdered ginger. Also, I am going to marinate the meat with minced or sliced fresh ginger, scallions, soy sauce, fresh cracked black pepper, and sesame oil before stir frying for added flavor. - 8/7/09
  • LLEEINIA
    Pork and apples go so well together. I served with a baked sweet potatoe and green salad. Everyone enjoyed it. - 4/5/08
  • KIERSTENELLA
    I really think I could eat this once a week. The veggies are filling, with beautiful color, and the sauce has just the perfect bite to it.

    I used powdered ginger instead of fresh, orange marmalade instead of peach, and I might throw in some broccoli tonight! - 6/29/09
  • MOM23STOEHRS
    My husband and I both enjoyed this recipe so much!! I wasn't able to mince the ginger, I just cut it into very small pieces, and I could taste the ginger in every delicious bite!!! - 6/2/09
  • SWIM_MOM
    Enjoyed this recipe. I substituted turkey and apricot jam and added mandarin oranges. - 1/28/09
  • CD1808545
    This was really good! But next time I will serve it over brown rice or something, a little lacking just by itself. - 12/18/08
  • GIGIKING
    Yummy! We enjoyed this! I only used 1 pepper (I'm allergic to them but my husband & daughter like them) and added sliced carrots. Next time I would add a little more ginger. I'd also like to try it with chicken. Will definitely make this again!!! - 7/3/08
  • HIPPIEGURL
    Fantastic - Even better with orange marmalade!! - 4/4/08
  • MARLIZG
    peel your ginger,put it in a baggie & freeze it. Then slice or grate as you need it & it stays fresh....marlizg - 10/22/09
  • JO-DOUGH
    For those who have a problem with mincing ginger (or garlic, for that matter) just use a hand held cheese grater. You don' t even have to peel the ginger. Just wash it. For me, I would slice the peppers similar to the pork, in keeping with Chinese visual perfection. - 9/14/09
  • CDSJONES
    I have also tried this recipe using peaches. - 4/16/09
  • JANETOFNQ
    A touch too subtle for our taste so we added more ginger and thoroughly enjoyed it - 4/5/08
  • MARYJB2
    This was great with pork, and just as good with chicken! Thank you for the recipe - 5/31/09
  • TBATTEY
    One of the most delicious dishes of pork I have eaten! - 12/18/08
  • LUV2DANCE4
    Very good! Loved all the different flavors and textures. - 11/2/08
  • JENGEL83165
    I would make it again, but with less peppers - 7/2/08
  • DRAGONHAWK
    very tasty and also good with granny smith apples. - 11/27/07
  • IRISHTWIN
    Once I began making this recipe I wasn't sure how it was going to turn out. It ended up being a huge hit with the family. Very tasty! - 3/21/07
  • LIFEMEMBER2BE
    This was really delish... I used peach preserves (couldn't find jam) EVOO instead of Canola and ground ginger vs. ginger root.. yummm! - 6/24/09