Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Onions

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A quick stir-fry featuring tender pork strips seasoned with aromatic spices and vibrant bell peppers, perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner. This Latin American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, red bell pepper, yellow onion 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is browned and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 large sliced red bell pepper and 1 medium sliced yellow onion. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the vegetables soften but retain some crunch.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice. Toss everything together and cook for 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the pork and vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped green onions before serving over rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Onions take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Peppers and Onions?

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 Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Onions?

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 Peppers and Onions 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Onions?

Latin American 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.

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