Soy-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Snap Peas and Ginger
Tender pork coated in a savory-sweet soy-ginger glaze, served with crisp snap peas and garlic rice. This asian-inspired pork (gluten-free) ready in about 38 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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
- 1.5 lb pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat pork dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork for 3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
- Step 2: Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, honey, and minced garlic in a bowl. Pour over pork in the skillet, bring to a simmer, and cook 5 minutes, spooning glaze over pork until thickened and glossy.
- Step 3: Add snap peas to skillet and cook 4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Remove pork and peas from pan.
- Step 4: Spoon 1 tbsp pan sauce over cooked rice, then top with pork and snap peas. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Snap Peas and Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 38 minutes (20 min prep + 18 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 Snap Peas and Ginger?
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-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Snap Peas and Ginger?
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 Snap Peas and Ginger 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.
Is Soy-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Snap Peas and Ginger 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made this for my family and they loved it. The ginger really shines through without overpowering the pork.
- ★★★★★
This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The glaze was perfect and the snap peas added a nice crunch.
- ★★★★☆
The flavors were great, but the glaze was a bit too salty for my taste. Next time I'll reduce the soy sauce.
