Lemongrass-Glazed Pork Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice
A Thai-inspired dish featuring succulent pork stir-fried with lemongrass, bell peppers, and snap peas, served over fragrant jasmine rice. This thai-inspired stir fry (high protein, gluten free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, stalks, white part only lemongrass, medium, sliced bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 2 stalks, white part only lemongrass
- 2 medium, sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring 2 cups jasmine rice to a boil in 3 cups water. Simmer for 15 minutes, then cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Add 1 lb pork tenderloin, marinating for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Add the marinated pork and sear for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Step 4: Add 2 sliced bell peppers and 1 cup snap peas to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender. Return the pork to the pan, add 2 minced lemongrass stalks, and stir-fry for 2 minutes until the pork is fully cooked and glazed. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 5: Serve the stir-fry over the jasmine rice, garnished with chopped lemongrass and sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemongrass-Glazed Pork Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Lemongrass-Glazed Pork Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice?
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 tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemongrass-Glazed Pork Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice?
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 Lemongrass-Glazed Pork Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice 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.
Is Lemongrass-Glazed Pork Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein, gluten free, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
