Spiced Demon Fire Stir-Fried Pork with Chili and Garlic
A fiery stir-fry with thinly sliced pork, fresh chili, and garlic, inspired by the fierce spirit of demon folklore. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 22 minutes pairs pork shoulder, thinly sliced, garlic cloves, minced, ginger, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 shoulder, thinly sliced
- 3 medium fresh red chili peppers, sliced thin
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the pork is no longer pink and begins to brown at the edges.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 thinly sliced fresh red chili peppers, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp fish sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Continue stir-frying for 2 minutes until the pork is evenly coated and the sauce is slightly caramelized.
- Step 4: Toss in 3 green onions cut into 1-inch pieces and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Stir-fry for another minute until the onions are just wilted but still vibrant.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed jasmine rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Demon Fire Stir-Fried Pork with Chili and Garlic take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Spiced Demon Fire Stir-Fried Pork with Chili and Garlic?
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 shoulder, thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Demon Fire Stir-Fried Pork with Chili and Garlic?
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 Spiced Demon Fire Stir-Fried Pork with Chili and Garlic 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 Spiced Demon Fire Stir-Fried Pork with Chili and Garlic?
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.
