Quick Stir-Fry Pork with Garlic and Chili

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A fast and flavorful Asian stir-fry with tender pork strips, fresh garlic, and spicy red chilies for a satisfying weeknight meal. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, vegetable oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 330 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 330 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 1 lb pork tenderloin into thin 1/4-inch strips against the grain for tenderness.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 2 thinly sliced red Thai chilies to the hot oil, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Add the pork strips to the wok and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the pork is cooked through and starting to brown at the edges.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar, tossing to coat the pork evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 2 sliced green onions and 1/4 tsp white pepper.
  7. Step 7: Serve immediately over steamed jasmine rice for a quick, spicy meal.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Stir-Fry Pork with Garlic and Chili take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Quick Stir-Fry Pork with Garlic and Chili?

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 Quick Stir-Fry Pork with Garlic and Chili?

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 Quick Stir-Fry Pork with Garlic and Chili 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 Quick Stir-Fry Pork with Garlic and Chili?

Asian stir fry 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.

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