Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Shiso and Garlic

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Quick stir-fried thinly sliced pork with fragrant ginger and garlic, accented by fresh shiso leaves for a vibrant Japanese-inspired main dish. This japanese ready in about 20 minutes pairs thinly sliced pork shoulder, fresh ginger, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, 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: 10 min Serves 3 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork shoulder to the skillet, spreading it out in a single layer. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized on edges.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp mirin to the pan, stirring quickly to coat all the pork. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and toss in 6 thinly sliced shiso leaves and 1 sliced green onion stalk, mixing gently to incorporate the fresh herb aroma.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately with steamed rice or as a filling for lettuce wraps.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Shiso and Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Shiso and Garlic?

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 thinly sliced pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Shiso and Garlic?

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 Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Shiso and Garlic for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Ginger Pork Stir-Fry with Shiso and Garlic?

Japanese japanese 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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