Togue Guisado (Sautéed Bean Sprouts)

Ingredients :

    1/2 lb. pork, thinly sliced (optional)
    1 tbsp. vegetable oil
    3 cloves garlic, minced
    1 onion, chopped
    1 carrot, thinly strips
    1 red bell pepper, thinly strips
    1 green bell pepper, thinly strips
    2 tbsp. soy sauce
    2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce (optional)
    salt and pepper, to taste
    1/2 to 1 lb. togue (bean sprouts)
    1/2 cup water (or broth)
    chopped green onions, for garnishing


Cooking Procedures :

    In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook pork (if using) until it turns slightly brown.
    Add garlic and onions; sauté for a few minutes until onions are soft and translucent.
    Add in carrot, bell peppers and season with soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce (if using), salt and pepper. Stir-fry until well blended for about a minute or two.
    Add water (or broth) and togue (bean sprouts), cook for a few minutes. Correct the seasonings. Be sure not to overcook the bean sprouts it should be crispy. Immediately remove from heat. Gently stir to blend.
    Transfer to a serving dish and serve. Garnish with chopped green onions (if using) and serve.