Peanut Sprout Stir-Fried with Pork and Carrot

Why people make this dish

Peanut sprouts are an unusual find at organic produce markets, but worth seeking out. What makes them distinctive is their remarkable concentration of resveratrol — the antioxidant compound that has attracted considerable scientific attention for its potential associations with cardiovascular health and cellular longevity. Resveratrol is the same compound found in red wine, but research has suggested that peanut sprouts may contain up to 100 times more resveratrol than ordinary peanuts.

Nourilo encountered peanut sprouts at an organic food stall and was immediately intrigued. Rather than serving them as a cold salad, which is also an option, he decided to stir-fry them with pork strips and carrot — a simple, satisfying combination that brings out the fresh, slightly nutty flavour of the sprouts. The dish is crisp, fragrant, and genuinely enjoyable to eat.