Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Ginger Soy Glaze
Tender slices of pork quickly stir-fried with colorful bell peppers in a savory ginger soy glaze for a fast weekday meal. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced pork tenderloin, soy sauce, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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, thinly sliced pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
- 3 stalks, chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp dissolved in 2 tbsp water cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water. Set aside the ginger soy glaze.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the pork is browned and cooked through.
- Step 3: Push the pork to one side and add 1 tbsp sesame oil along with 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, and 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper. Stir-fry the vegetables for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Pour the prepared ginger soy glaze over the pork and vegetables. Stir everything together and cook for 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the pork and peppers.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, season with 1/2 tsp black pepper, and garnish with 3 chopped green onions before serving hot over steamed rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Ginger Soy 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Ginger Soy 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 thinly sliced pork tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Ginger Soy 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 Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Ginger Soy 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 Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Ginger Soy Glaze?
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.
