Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews
A quick stir-fry combining tender pork strips with crisp snow peas, crunchy cashews, and aromatic ginger in a savory soy-ginger sauce. This chinese-inspired stir fry (high protein) ready in about 27 minutes pairs divided soy sauce, cornstarch, vegetable oil 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, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch strips pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp, divided soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp, finely minced fresh ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups, trimmed snow peas
- 1/3 cup, roughly chopped roasted cashews
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
- 2 stalks, sliced for garnish green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips with 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated. Let marinate 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork strips and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and just cooked through. Remove pork to a plate.
- Step 3: In the same pan, add 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and 1/3 cup chopped roasted cashews. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until snow peas are bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return the pork to the pan and add 1/4 cup chicken broth, 1 tsp brown sugar, remaining 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Toss everything together and cook for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews?
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 divided soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews?
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 Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Cashews high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
