Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

Quick stir-fried pork strips tossed with colorful bell peppers and aromatic ginger for a flavorful weeknight dinner. This Asian fusion recipe (high protein), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, soy sauce, cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch strips pork tenderloin
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
• 2 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin, 3 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp cornstarch; toss well to coat and set aside for 10 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated pork strips and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until browned and just cooked through; remove pork from skillet and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper and 1 sliced yellow bell pepper; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Return the pork to the skillet along with 2 sliced green onions, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Stir everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through and sauce slightly thickens. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.