Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Snow Peas

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Quick stir-fried pork strips tossed with colorful bell peppers and crisp snow peas, flavored with aromatic spices and soy sauce for a balanced savory dish. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 12 oz thinly sliced pork tenderloin with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add the marinated pork strips to the pan and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the pork is cooked through and starting to brown at the edges.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced yellow bell pepper, and 1 cup trimmed snow peas to the wok. Stir-fry everything together for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Season the stir-fry with 1/4 tsp red chili flakes and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss well and cook for an additional 1 minute until the sauce slightly thickens.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving hot with steamed rice or noodles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Snow Peas 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 Snow Peas?

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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Snow Peas?

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 Snow Peas 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 Peppers and Snow Peas?

Asian stir fry 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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