Spicy Garlic Stir-Fried Pork with Scallions
Tender pork slices stir-fried with spicy garlic sauce and fresh scallions for a quick, savory meal. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 22 minutes pairs pork shoulder, thinly sliced, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pork shoulder, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 4 stalks scallions, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork shoulder to the skillet, spreading it out in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 2 minutes to develop a light sear, then stir and cook another 3-4 minutes until pork is cooked through and lightly browned.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the pork.
- Step 4: Add 4 sliced scallion stalks and 1 tsp sesame oil, tossing everything together for 1 minute until the scallions soften slightly but remain bright green. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Garlic Stir-Fried Pork with Scallions 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 Garlic Stir-Fried Pork with Scallions?
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 shoulder, thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Garlic Stir-Fried Pork with Scallions?
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 Garlic Stir-Fried Pork with Scallions 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 Spicy Garlic Stir-Fried Pork with Scallions?
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.
