Oriental Pork Stew

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless pork, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups water
• 1 cube beef bouillon
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 cup celery, cut diagonally
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch strips
• 1 cup frozen green beans
• 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
• 2 (2.5 ounce) jars mushrooms
• 1/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• Chow mein noodles

Instructions

1. Sauté pork, onion, and garlic in oil until meat is brown. Stir in 2 cups water, bouillon and soy sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover. Simmer for 30 minutes or until pork is tender.
2. Add vegetables, bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes or until vegetables are crisp and tender.
3. Mix together cornstarch and 1/4 cup water. Add to stew, and stir in until stew has thickened.
4. Serve with chow mein noodles.