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Sesame Pork Zucchini Stir Fry

Sesame Pork and Zucchini Stir Fry

A pork and zucchini stir fry with sesame seeds prepared in less than 30 minutes.
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup of cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 lb boneless pork cutlets, cut into strips Substitute with Pork Tenderloin
  • 3 cups of sliced zucchini rounds cut in half
  • 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce - low sodium
  • 1/4 cup low sodium chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon toasted seeds
  • 2 dashes of teriyaki sauce Optional

Instructions
 

  • Toast the sesame seeds in a pan and set aside.
  • Combine cornstarch and water in a bowl and mix together until smooth. Add the pork slices to the bowl and mix well. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a saute pan. Add the pork slices to the hot pan and cook until no longer pink. Transfer to a covered bowl and keep warm.
  • Using same pan add sesame oil (and remaining vegetable oil if necessary);add the sliced zucchini to the pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes.
  • Return pork to the pan and add sesame seeds, soy sauce (teriyaki) and stock. Mix well and cook (slightly covered) for about 3-4 minutes more-or until sauce thickens. Serve over warm rice.
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