Soy-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Bok Choy
Tender pork coated in a savory soy-ginger glaze, roasted alongside crisp bok choy for a balanced Asian-inspired dinner. This asian ready in about 45 minutes pairs pound pork tenderloin, tablespoons soy sauce, tablespoon rice vinegar 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 pound pork tenderloin
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cups bok choy
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place pork tenderloin on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Grate 1 teaspoon fresh ginger and mince 1 garlic clove. Whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
- Step 3: Brush half the glaze over the pork, then arrange 2 cups chopped bok choy around it on the baking sheet.
- Step 4: Roast for 25 minutes, brushing with remaining glaze halfway through, until pork reaches 145°F internally.
- Step 5: Rest for 5 minutes before slicing, then serve with bok choy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Bok Choy take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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-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 pound pork tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-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-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Bok Choy 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-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Bok Choy?
Asian asian 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Best pork tenderloin recipe I've tried! The ginger in the glaze elevated it. My picky 8-year-old actually asked for seconds of the bok choy.
- ★★★★★
My family devoured this! The soy glaze was perfect—sweet but not cloying, and the pork stayed juicy. Made it for date night and got seconds.
- ★★★★★
This became my go-to weeknight meal. Bok choy stayed crisp, pork melted in your mouth, and the glaze made leftovers addictive. So simple!
