Szechuan Pork (Crock Pot)

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 2
Satisfy Your Taste Buds with Szechuan Pork (Crock Pot)
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Prep

15 min

Cook

6-8 hours (low) / 3-4 hours (high)

Ready In

6 hours 15 min (low) / 3 hours 15 min (high)

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs lean boneless pork chops
1 can sliced bamboo shoots , drained
1 can sliced water chestnuts , drained
6 green onions , chopped
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup szechuan hot bean sauce ( paste )
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons dry sherry
4 teaspoons sesame oil
4 teaspoons sugar
8 garlic cloves , minced
1 -2 teaspoon hot chili oil ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
338
Sugar
9g
Fat
17g
Szechuan Pork is a flavorful Chinese dish that has become popular in Western cuisine in recent years. It's a spicy and savory stew made with tender pork, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, and a variety of spicy and savory sauces. This recipe is made in the crock pot, which makes it easy and convenient for busy weeknights. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that's sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Instructions

1.In your crock pot, mix together the bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, and green onions.
2.In a separate bowl, whisk together the Worcestershire sauce, szechuan hot bean sauce, soy sauce, ginger, rice wine or sherry, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, and hot chili oil (if using).
3.Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the crock pot, and stir until well combined.
4.Cut the pork chops into bite-sized pieces, and add to the crock pot.
5.Stir until the pork is coated in sauce.
6.Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
7.Serve over rice or noodles.

PROS

Szechuan Pork is an easy crock pot recipe that’s full of flavor and spice.

It’s perfect for busy weeknights and can be made ahead of time.

The leftovers also make great lunches for the week.

CONS

The hot bean sauce and chili oil can be too spicy for some people.

Adjust these ingredients to suit your taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein and vitamins such as B12 and B6.
The vegetables in this recipe provide fiber and additional vitamins and minerals.
The ginger in the recipe has anti-inflammatory properties and may help with digestion.

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