Chop Suey


Submitted By: Marie Delffs

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable shortening
  • 1 1/2 pounds lean pork,cut in 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup onion, sliced
  • 2 cups celery, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 3/4 cups boiling water, bouillon, or meat stock
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 (15-ounce) can bean sprouts
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water

    • Instructions


    In a 1-quart saucepan, melt shortening on medium-high heat. Add meat and mushrooms; brown evenly. Add onions, celery, seasonings, and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer.

    Cover and simmer about 40 minutes until meat is tender. Add soy sauce, well-drained
    bean sprouts, and extra seasonings, according to taste. Bring to a boil. Thicken with cornstarch that has been stirred into a smooth paste with 1/2 cup water. Stir until thickened, then simmer for 10 minutes.

    Serve over hot, cooked rice with Chinese noodles and soy sauce.