Sautéed Pork with Garlic-Dusting and Chili Flakes
Tender strips of pork stir-fried with aromatic garlic and finished with a dusting of chili flakes for a spicy, savory kick. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 20 minutes pairs minced garlic cloves, vegetable oil, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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
- 12 oz, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch strips pork tenderloin
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 stalks, sliced for garnish green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips and spread them out in a single layer, cooking undisturbed for 2 minutes to develop a sear.
- Step 4: Stir the pork and cook for another 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp red chili flakes, tossing to coat the pork evenly and cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Pork with Garlic-Dusting and Chili Flakes 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 Sautéed Pork with Garlic-Dusting and Chili Flakes?
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 minced garlic cloves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Pork with Garlic-Dusting and Chili Flakes?
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 Sautéed Pork with Garlic-Dusting and Chili Flakes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Sautéed Pork with Garlic-Dusting and Chili Flakes?
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.
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