Stir-Fried Bean Sprouts
3/4 lb (340 g) bean sprouts
3 tbsp (45 mL) oil
1 thin slice fresh ginger, finely chopped
1/2 green pepper, sliced
1/2 medium onion, cut in wedges
12 green onions, sliced
2 thin slices ham, shredded
3 tbsp (45 mL) chicken stock combined with
2 tsp (10 mL) sherry
1. Pour boiling water over bean sprouts and let stand 20 seconds
2. Refresh in cold running water, drain and dry. Heat oil in wok. Add ginger and stir-fry 30 seconds. Add green pepper, onion and green onions and stir-fry 1.5 minutes. Add bean sprouts and ham and stir-fry 30 seconds. Add combined stock and sherry and bring them to a boil. Remove from heat and serve.
