Pork Tenderloin Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Sesame
Tender pork tenderloin strips stir-fried with crisp snow peas and fresh ginger, finished with toasted sesame oil for a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dinner. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, thinly sliced, cornstarch, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 1 lb pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups snow peas, trimmed
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin with 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the pork in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the pan, then 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and cook for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return pork to the pan and stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp honey. Toss to coat and cook for 1 more minute until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, drizzle with 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pork Tenderloin Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Tenderloin Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Sesame?
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 cornstarch from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pork Tenderloin Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Sesame?
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 Tenderloin Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Sesame 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 Tenderloin Stir-Fry with Ginger, Snow Peas, and Sesame?
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.
