Burmese-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic and Chili
Quick stir-fried pork infused with garlic, fresh chili, and savory soy sauce, creating a spicy and aromatic Burmese street food favorite. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs pork shoulder, thinly sliced, minced garlic cloves, sliced thin fresh red chilies for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork shoulder, thinly sliced
- 6 minced garlic cloves
- 3 sliced thin fresh red chilies
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 sliced green onions
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- for serving lime wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 6 minced garlic cloves and 3 thinly sliced fresh red chilies, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the pork is cooked through and starting to brown at the edges.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp fish sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar, tossing to coat the pork evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 4: Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper and add 2 sliced green onions, mixing well.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately with fresh lime wedges to squeeze over, alongside steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Burmese-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic and Chili take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Burmese-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic and Chili?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder, thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Burmese-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic and Chili?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Burmese-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic and Chili for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Burmese-Style Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic and Chili?
Asian pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
