Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Sautéed Snow Peas
Tender pork tenderloin glazed with a savory soy-ginger sauce served alongside crisp sautéed snow peas for a balanced meal. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, soy sauce, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz, trimmed snow peas
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2, sliced thin green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 cloves minced garlic until combined.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry 1 lb pork tenderloin and season with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sear pork on all sides for 2 minutes per side until golden.
- Step 3: Pour the soy-ginger mixture over the pork and reduce heat to medium. Cook, turning occasionally, for 10 minutes until the pork is cooked through and the glaze thickens and coats the meat.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp sesame oil in another pan over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz trimmed snow peas and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green.
- Step 5: Slice the pork tenderloin and serve topped with the pan glaze and 2 sliced green onions alongside the sautéed snow peas.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Sautéed Snow Peas take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Sautéed Snow 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Sautéed Snow 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Sautéed Snow Peas 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 Soy-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Sautéed Snow Peas?
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.
