Glazed Pork Stir-Fry with Bubble Pepper Dust
Juicy pork strips stir-fried with a sweet-savory glaze and dusted with a unique bubble pepper seasoning for a subtle peppery kick. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 22 minutes pairs (450 g) thinly sliced pork tenderloin, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) thinly sliced pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 tsp bubble pepper dust*
- 2 sliced diagonally green onions
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar to make the glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Step 4: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the pork is browned and cooked through.
- Step 5: Pour the glaze over the pork and toss to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the pork.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle 1 1/2 tsp bubble pepper dust evenly over the pork, garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Glazed Pork Stir-Fry with Bubble Pepper Dust take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Glazed Pork Stir-Fry with Bubble Pepper Dust?
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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Glazed Pork Stir-Fry with Bubble Pepper Dust?
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 Glazed Pork Stir-Fry with Bubble Pepper Dust 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 Glazed Pork Stir-Fry with Bubble Pepper Dust?
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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