Partially freeze pork loin. Thinly slice into bite-sized strips. Set aside. Combine broth, tomato paste, cornstarch, thyme, red pepper, black pepper and salt; set aside.
Preheat a 10-inch browning dish on HIGH (100% power) for 5 minutes. Add oil; swirling to coat dish. Add pork strips. Quickly stir to spread evenly. Cover and microwave on HIGH (100% power) for 4-5 minutes, stirring twice, until no pink remains. Remove meat from dish. Add celery, onion and garlic to dish. Cover and microwave on HIGH (100% power) for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Stir in green pepper, chopped tomato and broth mixture. Cover and microwave on HIGH for 7-9 minutes or until slightly thickened and bubbly. Stir in pork and pecans. Microwave, uncovered on HIGH for about 2 minutes or until heated through. Serve with rice.
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