Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Bok Choy

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Tender pork coated in a glossy soy-ginger glaze, served with stir-fried bok choy for a balanced meal. This asian-inspired beef (gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, soy sauce, ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Trim pork tenderloin of excess fat. Slice lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick medallions. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, minced ginger, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until sugar dissolves.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork medallions in a single layer and cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Pour soy-ginger mixture over pork and cook 2 minutes, turning occasionally, until sauce thickens and coats pork.
  4. Step 4: While pork cooks, trim bok choy and slice into 2-inch pieces. Heat remaining 1 tsp sesame oil in a separate pan over high heat. Add minced garlic and stir 15 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add bok choy and 2 tbsp water, cover, and steam 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender. Serve pork over bok choy with any pan juices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Bok Choy 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Bok Choy?

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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Bok Choy?

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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Bok Choy 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Bok Choy 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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