Combining the flavors of Chinese cooking with Italian pasta techniques, this quick meal is a unique fusion dish that can be prepared in under 20 minutes. The use of Chinese chives and ground pork, along with creme fraiche and parmesan cheese, creates a delicious and satisfying meal.
While the water for the pasta is heating up, you can prepare the ingredients. Clean and chop the Chinese chives, and add a few tablespoons of fennel seeds to the ground pork, seasoning it well. This dish is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and the fennel seeds add a fantastic flavor to the ground pork.
Chinese Chives With Ground Pork Pasta
Chinese Chives With Ground Pork Pasta is a fusion dish combining Chinese chives and ground pork with Italian pasta techniques, ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 8 oz ground pork
- 1/4 cup chopped Chinese chives
- 2 tablespoons fennel seeds
- 1 cup creme fraiche
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Pasta (type and quantity not specified)
Instructions
- Heat a very hot pan and add the ground pork. Cook until the pork is fully cooked, breaking it up into small pieces.
- Add the chopped Chinese chives to the pan and stir-fry for a couple of minutes until they are cooked through.
- Add a couple of big spoons of creme fraiche to the pan and stir well.
- Taste the pork and chives mixture and season correctly.
- Grate some parmesan cheese and give it a good stir.
- Add the cooked pasta to the pan and mix it really well.
- Add some more cheese if desired.
Notes
For variations, you can use different types of pasta or substitute with rice or other grains. Adding other vegetables like garlic, ginger, or bell peppers to the stir-fry can also enhance the dish. If you prefer, you can use heavy cream or yogurt instead of creme fraiche.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 600Total Fat: 40gSodium: 500mgCarbohydrates: 50gFiber: 6gSugar: 6gProtein: 35g
