Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Jasmine Rice
Quick stir-fried ground pork with colorful bell peppers and a spicy garlic-chili sauce, served over fragrant jasmine rice for a satisfying meal. This asian fusion-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs ground pork, large, thinly sliced red bell pepper, large, thinly sliced green bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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 ground pork
- 1 large, thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 1 large, thinly sliced green bell pepper
- 1 medium, thinly sliced yellow onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 stalks, sliced for garnish green onions
- 1 tsp, toasted (optional) sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice and 1 1/2 cups water with 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb ground pork to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Add 1 large thinly sliced red bell pepper, 1 large thinly sliced green bell pepper, and 1 medium thinly sliced yellow onion to the pork. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Step 5: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp hoisin sauce, and 1 tbsp sriracha. Cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the pork and vegetables.
- Step 6: Fluff the cooked jasmine rice with a fork. Serve the spicy pork stir-fry over rice, garnished with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds if using.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Jasmine Rice take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Jasmine Rice?
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 ground pork from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Jasmine Rice?
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 Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Jasmine Rice 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Bell Peppers and Jasmine Rice?
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.