Pan-Seared Pork Neck with Sweet Chili Glaze
Tender pork neck slices pan-seared to caramelized perfection and glazed with a sticky, sweet chili sauce inspired by Thai flavors. This thai-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs pork neck slices, vegetable oil, sweet chili sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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, about 1/2-inch thick pork neck slices
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 4, for serving lime wedges
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp, for garnish chopped roasted peanuts
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb pork neck slices, about 1/2-inch thick, laying them flat without crowding. Sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until edges are golden brown and pork is cooked through.
- Step 2: Reduce heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Pour in 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce and 1 tbsp soy sauce, stirring continuously to coat the pork slices. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens and becomes sticky, turning pork slices to evenly coat.
- Step 4: Remove pork from skillet and transfer to a serving plate. Spoon remaining glaze over the meat.
- Step 5: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and 2 tbsp chopped roasted peanuts. Serve immediately with 4 lime wedges on the side to squeeze over the pork for added brightness.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Pork Neck with Sweet Chili Glaze 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 Pan-Seared Pork Neck with Sweet Chili Glaze?
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 neck slices from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Pork Neck with Sweet Chili Glaze?
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 Pan-Seared Pork Neck with Sweet Chili Glaze 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 Pan-Seared Pork Neck with Sweet Chili Glaze?
Thai 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.
