Garlic-Ginger Stir Fry Pork Back Ribs with Sesame and Scallions

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Quick stir-fried pork back ribs coated in a savory garlic-ginger sauce with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs pork back ribs, garlic cloves, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 430 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 430 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 2 lbs pork back ribs cut into 2-inch pieces and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until browned on all sides.
  2. Step 2: Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the wok, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 2 tbsp sesame oil. Continue to stir-fry for another 4-5 minutes until ribs are cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and toss with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 3 thinly sliced scallions before serving immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic-Ginger Stir Fry Pork Back Ribs with Sesame and Scallions 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 Garlic-Ginger Stir Fry Pork Back Ribs with Sesame and Scallions?

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 back ribs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Ginger Stir Fry Pork Back Ribs with Sesame and Scallions?

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 Garlic-Ginger Stir Fry Pork Back Ribs with Sesame and Scallions 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 Garlic-Ginger Stir Fry Pork Back Ribs with Sesame and Scallions?

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.

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