Pork and Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame Glaze
Tender pork and shrimp stir-fried with bell peppers and broccoli in a savory-sweet ginger-sesame glaze, finished with toasted sesame seeds. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 35 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, shrimp, soy sauce 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.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pork tenderloin
- 8 oz shrimp
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves to create the glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz thinly sliced pork tenderloin and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through; remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet, then add 8 oz peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque; remove and set aside with pork.
- Step 4: Add 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper and 1 cup broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return the pork and shrimp to the skillet, pour in the glaze, and stir to combine. Add 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats ingredients.
- Step 6: Garnish with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pork and Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 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 Pork and Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame 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 tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pork and Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame 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 Pork and Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame 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 Pork and Shrimp Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame Glaze?
Asian asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a weeknight dinner. So flavorful!
- ★★★★★
Absolutely delicious! My family loved it.
- ★★★★☆
Great flavor, but the ginger was a bit too strong for my taste.