Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snow Peas

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A quick stir-fry of tender pork strips infused with ginger and garlic, tossed with crisp snow peas in a savory soy-ginger sauce. This asian fusion-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs pound pork tenderloin, thinly sliced, vegetable oil, fresh ginger, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound thinly sliced pork tenderloin and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove pork and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same wok, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Return the pork to the wok. Stir together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes and pour over the pork and snow peas.
  5. Step 5: Toss everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats all ingredients.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger and Snow Peas take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Ginger 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 vegetable oil from drying out.

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

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.

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