This savory pumpkin and ground pork stir-fry is a delightful dish that combines the sweetness of pumpkin with the rich flavor of ground pork. It’s a quick and easy recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners.
The dish is packed with nutrients and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or spices to enhance the flavor.
Quick Pumpkin and Ground Pork Recipe
This stir-fry features tender pumpkin cubes cooked with seasoned ground pork, creating a satisfying meal that takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 medium pumpkin, peeled and diced
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and dice the pumpkin, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Cook the Pork: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add Pumpkin: Stir in the diced pumpkin, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pumpkin is tender.
- Season: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions if desired and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
