NYT WINTER SQUASH AND PORK STIR-FRY

NYT WINTER SQUASH AND PORK STIR-FRY image

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons peanut or neutral oil, like grapeseed or corn
1 pound pork shoulder, cut into thin bite-size pieces or shredded
1 pound peeled winter squash, julienned
2 tablespoons minced ginger
¼ cup chopped scallions
1 cup any stock
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Minced scallions, chives or cilantro for garnish, optional.

Steps:

1. Put half the oil in a heavy skillet or wok and turn heat to high. When hot, add pork and cook, stirring once or twice, until browned; don't worry about cooking it through. Remove with a slotted spoon. 2. Add remaining oil, followed a moment later by squash. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes. Add ginger and scallions and stir; add stock and cook until it reduces by about half. Add soy sauce and cook 30 seconds or so. 3. Return pork to skillet and cook about 1 minute, stirring. There should still be liquid remaining in pan. Garnish and serve. Yield: 4 servings.