Delicious and Flavorful Tortilla Moo Shu Pork Recipe

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Delicious and Flavorful Tortilla Moo Shu Pork Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 29, 2024

This Tortilla Moo Shu Pork recipe is a fusion of Mexican and Chinese flavors, resulting in a mouthwatering dish that will satisfy your cravings. Juicy pork, colorful vegetables, and savory sauce are wrapped in warm tortillas, creating a delightful meal that can be enjoyed any time of the day. The combination of textures and flavors in this recipe will surely impress your family and friends. Whip up this easy-to-make dish and enjoy the wonderful blend of American-Mexican and Chinese cuisines.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • Vegetable oil for cooking

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced pork tenderloin with hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix well and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and stir-fry for about 5-6 minutes until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Stir-fry the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, bell pepper, and sliced green onions for about 3-4 minutes until they are slightly tender.
  4. Return the cooked pork to the skillet and toss everything together. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Warm the flour tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.
  6. To serve, spoon the moo shu pork mixture onto a warmed tortilla and roll it up tightly, similar to a burrito.
  7. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  8. Serve the tortilla moo shu pork immediately and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Moo Shu Pork is a traditional Chinese dish that is commonly served with Mandarin pancakes. In this recipe, we are changing it up by using tortillas instead!
  • The name 'Moo Shu' in Mandarin Chinese translates to 'wood shavings' because the original recipe used thin shreds of pork.
  • The combination of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in the marinade gives the pork an incredible depth of flavor.