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Flowering Chives and Pork Slivers (韭菜花炒肉丝 | Jiǔ Cài Huā Chǎo Ròu Sī)

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Photo of flowering chives and pork slivers in a bowl.
Photo by Betty Liu

This dish is in regular rotation in my kitchen in spring. When chive flowers are at their finest, I make this at least twice a week. The crunchiness and juiciness of the flowering chives combined with tender, lightly seasoned pork is irresistible—and it’s quick to make. You’ll be able to find flowering chives at most Asian grocery stores.

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