Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Pepper and Garlic
A quick and flavorful pork stir-fry featuring tender pork strips, crisp bell pepper, and aromatic garlic for an easy weeknight meal. This asian fusion-inspired pork ready in about 20 minutes pairs medium, julienned red bell pepper, thinly sliced garlic cloves, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, 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
- 12 oz, thinly sliced into strips pork tenderloin
- 1 medium, julienned red bell pepper
- 4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2, sliced diagonally for garnish scallions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned but not fully cooked.
- Step 2: Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 medium julienned red bell pepper to the wok. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until garlic is fragrant and pepper starts to soften.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 2 tsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper. Continue stir-frying for 2 more minutes until pork is cooked through and sauce coats all ingredients.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Pepper and Garlic take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Pepper 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 thinly sliced garlic cloves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Pepper 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Pepper and Garlic for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Pepper and Garlic?
Asian Fusion 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.
