Gingery Pork, Napa Cabbage & Mushroom Stir-Fry
This quick stir-fry brings a welcome jolt of freshness to March cooking: savory ground pork, tender Napa cabbage, mushrooms, and bok choy in a glossy gingery pan sauce. Cozy, economical, and packed with vegetables.
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- 365 by Whole Foods Market Ground Pork NAE, 16 OZ 1 package $5.99
- Organic Napa Cabbage about 1/2 head or 5 cups shredded $1.99
- Shanghai Baby Bok Choy Asian Salad, 16 OZ about 8 oz $4.99
- 365 Mushroom Baby Bella Slcd 8Oz Cv 1 package $2.79
- Organic Green Onions, 5.5 OZ 3 onions $1.79
- Lime 1 $0.59
- Organic Green Jalapeno Pepper 1 small, optional $4.99
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients before heating the pan. Thinly slice about 5 cups Organic Napa Cabbage ($1.99). Trim and halve about 8 ounces Shanghai Baby Bok Choy Asian Salad ($4.99 package, use about half). Slice 1 package 365 Mushroom Baby Bella Slcd 8Oz Cv ($2.79) if pieces are large. Thinly slice 3 Organic Green Onions ($1.79). Finely chop 1 small Organic Green Jalapeno Pepper ($4.99) if you want heat. Cut 1 Lime ($0.59) into wedges.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 package 365 by Whole Foods Market Ground Pork NAE, 16 OZ ($5.99). Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through.
- Add the sliced mushrooms from 1 package 365 Mushroom Baby Bella Slcd 8Oz Cv ($2.79), the chopped jalapeno if using, and the white parts of the 3 sliced Organic Green Onions ($1.79). Cook for 3 minutes until the mushrooms soften.
- Add 5 cups sliced Organic Napa Cabbage ($1.99) and 8 ounces Shanghai Baby Bok Choy Asian Salad ($4.99 package). Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until wilted but still bright. Season with 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari from pantry, 2 tablespoons water, and the juice of half the Lime ($0.59).
- Taste and adjust with a little more lime juice from the remaining half Lime ($0.59) and black pepper. Scatter the green parts of the 3 Organic Green Onions over the top.
- Serve as a complete bowl-style meal for 2, or over pantry rice if you have it. Drink pairing: dry Riesling for freshness or Pinot Noir for a gentle red option.
Cook time: 30 minutes
Estimated cost: $12-16
Health notes: Approx. 430-540 calories per serving. Protein-rich and loaded with cruciferous vegetables. To keep sodium in check, season lightly and finish with citrus instead of extra salt.
Drink pairing: Try a dry Riesling for its acidity and slight fruit, or a Pinot Noir if you want a lighter red that can handle the earthy mushrooms and savory pork.