Gingered Pork and Asparagus

• apple juice↗6 tablespoons
• soy sauce↗6 tablespoons
• garlic, minced↗4 cloves
• ground ginger↗1 tablespoon
• pork tenderloin, thinly sliced↗1 lb
• cooking oil, divided2 tablespoons
• fresh asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces↗1 lb
• cornstarch↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• hot cooked rice (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large resealable bag, or shallow glass container, combine first four ingredients.

2. 2

   Remove 1/3 cup and set aside.

3. 3

   Add pork to remaining marinade.

4. 4

   Seal bag or cover container and turn to coat.

5. 5

   Refrigerate for one hour.

6. 6

   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, stir-fry half of the pork in one tablespoon oil for 2-3 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove pork with slotted spoon; set aside.

8. 8

   Repeat with remaining pork and oil In same skillet stir-fry the asparagus for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender.

9. 9

   Stir cornstarch into reserved marinade; add to skillet.

10. 10

    Bring to boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

11. 11

    Return pork to skillet and heat through.

12. 12

    Serve over rice if desired.