Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Pineapple and Bell Peppers
Tender pork strips quickly stir-fried with sweet pineapple chunks and crisp bell peppers, seasoned with a balance of soy and warm spices for a vibrant Asian-inspired dish. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs fresh or canned pineapple chunks, soy sauce, hoisin sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 strips pork tenderloin
- 1 cup, fresh or canned pineapple chunks
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips green bell pepper
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove pork and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same wok, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced green bell pepper, and 1 cup pineapple chunks. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until peppers are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return pork to the wok and add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until pork is cooked through and sauce coats the ingredients.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Pork Stir-Fry with Pineapple and Bell Peppers 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 Pineapple and Bell Peppers?
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 Pineapple and Bell Peppers?
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 Pineapple and Bell Peppers 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 Pineapple and Bell Peppers?
Asian 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.
