Szechuan-Inspired Pork and Green Bean Stir-Fry
with Sesame-Cilantro Rice- Soy
- Sesame
- Wheat
- Milk
Put down the takeout menu and make this easy, saucy Szechuan-inspired pork and green bean stir-fry. Savoury ground pork, green beans and sweet bell peppers make the perfect trio nestled atop steaming black sesame-studded cilantro rice.
Ingredients
250 g
Ground Pork
¾ cup
Basmati Rice
170 g
Green Beans
160 g
Sweet Bell Pepper
7 g
Cilantro
2 tbsp
Ginger-Garlic Puree
(Contains: Soy, Sesame, Wheat)
1 tbsp
Sesame Oil
(Contains: Sesame)
1 tbsp
Black Sesame Seeds
(Contains: Sesame)
1 tbsp
Cornstarch
½ tsp
Garlic Salt
Not included in your delivery
1 tbsp
Unsalted Butter*
(Contains: Milk)
1 tbsp
Oil*
0.06 tsp
Salt*
0.13 tsp
Pepper*
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Before starting, wash and dry all produce. Add 1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 cups) water and 1/4 tsp (1/2 tsp) garlic salt to a medium pot. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.Once boiling, add rice, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 12-14 min.Remove from heat. Set aside, still covered.
Meanwhile, trim and halve green beans.Core, then cut pepper into 1/2-inch pieces.Roughly chop cilantro.Combine Szechuan sauce, cornstarch and 3/4 cup (1 1/2 cups) water in a medium bowl. Whisk to combine.
Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.When hot, add 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) oil, then green beans and peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally, until veggies are tender-crisp, 3-4 min. Remove from heat, then season with pepper and 1/4 tsp (1/2 tsp) garlic salt.Transfer veggies to a plate, then cover to keep warm.Carefully wipe the pan clean.
Reheat the same pan over medium-high.When hot, add sesame oil, pork and half the sesame seeds. Cook, breaking up pork into smaller pieces, until no pink remains, 4-5 min.** Season with salt and pepper. Add Szechuan sauce mixture. Cook, stirring often, until sauce thickens slightly, 1-2 min. (TIP: For a lighter sauce consistency, add more water, 1-2 tbsp at a time, if desired.)
Stir in half the cilantro, remaining sesame seeds and 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) butter into rice.Divide sesame-cilantro rice between bowls. Top with veggies and pork.Sprinkle remaining cilantro over top.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavor: Many enjoyed the dish, though some found it could use more spice or seasoning for a true Szechuan-inspired taste.
- Ease of prep: Quick and simple to prepare, making it a convenient weeknight option for many.
- Suggestions: Consider adding fresh garlic, chili flakes, or birds eye chilis for more heat and depth of flavor.
- Portions: Some found the rice portion generous; consider reducing rice and increasing vegetables for better balance.
- Texture: Ensure green beans are cooked to tender-crisp for the best texture in the stir-fry.
