Sake-Infused Ginger Pork Stir-fry with Snap Peas

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Tender pork strips stir-fried in a fragrant sake and ginger sauce, paired with crisp snap peas and shiitake mushrooms. This asian-inspired quick meals (gluten-free) ready in about 23 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, sake, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

★ 4.4 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 6 oz pork tenderloin into 1/4-inch strips; toss with 1 tsp cornstarch and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Mince 1 tbsp fresh ginger and mix with 1/4 cup sake, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a bowl.
  3. Step 3: Heat a wok over high heat; add 1 tsp oil and sear pork for 2 minutes until browned, then remove and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add snap peas and sliced shiitake mushrooms to the wok; stir-fry for 3 minutes until snap peas are bright green and crisp.
  5. Step 5: Return pork to the wok, pour in the sake sauce, and cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sake-Infused Ginger Pork Stir-fry with Snap Peas take to make?

Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 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 Sake-Infused Ginger Pork Stir-fry with Snap Peas?

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 Sake-Infused Ginger Pork Stir-fry with Snap Peas?

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 Sake-Infused Ginger Pork Stir-fry with Snap Peas for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Sake-Infused Ginger Pork Stir-fry with Snap Peas gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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