Pork and Tofu Stir Fry

• canola oil or peanut oil↗1 tablespoon
• lean pork↗1⁄2 lb

  finely chopped

• garlic↗2 teaspoons

  minced

• red pepper flakes↗1 teaspoon

  optional

• firm tofu (not silken tofu) or soft tofu (not silken tofu)↗1 lb
• bamboo shoots2 ounces

  optional

• scallions↗2

  cut into 2 inch pieces

• chicken stock↗1⁄2 cup
• dark soy sauce↗1 tablespoon
• sesame oil↗2 teaspoons
• cornstarch↗1 - 1 1⁄2 teaspoon
• chili-garlic sauce↗1 teaspoon

  optional

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   It is best to have everything prepped before starting.

2. 2

   Combine the stock, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and chili-garlic sauce.

3. 3

   Heat wok or large frying pan to medium hot.

4. 4

   Add the oil, pork, garlic, and pepper flakes.

5. 5

   Stir frequently to prevent garlic from burning and cook until pork is cooked through and lightly browned.

6. 6

   Add the tofu and bamboo shoots and stir gently until heated through.

7. 7

   Only about 1 minute.

8. 8

   Stir the sauce one last time and pour into wok or pan.

9. 9

   Stir gently until sauce is thickened and the tofu and pork is totally covered by sauce.

10. 10

    Top with scallions.

11. 11

    Eat alongside or over steamed rice and with an Asian veggie.

12. 12

    Yum!