Spicy Citrus-Infused Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic

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Tender pork strips stir-fried with a zesty citrus sauce and fiery garlic, delivering a bold Asian-inspired flavor punch. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 22 minutes pairs soy sauce, finely minced garlic cloves, red chili flakes 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: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup fresh squeezed citrus juice (orange and lemon), 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp red chili flakes; stir until sugar dissolves.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips to the wok, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until the pork is cooked through and starting to brown.
  4. Step 4: Pour the citrus-soy sauce mixture over the pork and stir well to coat. Add the cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water) and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the pork.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the dish, toss in 2 sliced scallions, and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Citrus-Infused Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Spicy Citrus-Infused Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic?

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 Spicy Citrus-Infused Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic?

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 Spicy Citrus-Infused Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic 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 Spicy Citrus-Infused Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic?

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.

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