BRAISED PORK WITH PUMPKIN 
1 lb. pumpkin
1 lb. fresh pork sides, boneless
2 tbsp. pale dry sherry
1/3 c. soy sauce
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 c. stock or water
2 tsp. sugar

Peel pumpkin, remove seeds and cut into 2 inch cubes. Cut pork into 1/2 inch thick pieces. Mix together half the sherry and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce in a bowl. Add pork and turn to coat thoroughly. Heat the oil in a wok or frying pan. Add pork and stir fry until evenly browned. Add pumpkin. Stir well, then add stock or water, sugar, remaining sherry and soy sauce. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes or until pumpkin is tender. Serve hot. Serves 4.

 

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