Filipino-Inspired Adobo Pork Stir Fry
Quick pork stir fry with the signature tangy and savory flavors of Filipino adobo, tossed with garlic and soy-vinegar sauce. This filipino-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, thinly sliced, garlic cloves, minced, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 tenderloin, thinly sliced
- 5 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp black peppercorns, crushed
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 4 cups steamed jasmine rice
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp white vinegar, 1 tsp crushed black peppercorns, and 1 tbsp brown sugar. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin and 3 minced garlic cloves, marinate for 20 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add remaining 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Drain pork from marinade, reserving the liquid. Add pork slices to the wok and stir fry for 5-6 minutes until pork is browned and cooked through.
- Step 4: Pour reserved marinade into the wok; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the pork.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 2 chopped green onions, and serve hot over 4 cups steamed jasmine rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Filipino-Inspired Adobo Pork Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (25 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 Filipino-Inspired Adobo Pork Stir Fry?
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 garlic cloves, minced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Filipino-Inspired Adobo Pork Stir Fry?
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 Filipino-Inspired Adobo Pork Stir Fry 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 Filipino-Inspired Adobo Pork Stir Fry?
Filipino 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.
