Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Bell Peppers
Tender pork strips quickly stir-fried with crisp broccoli and colorful bell peppers in a spicy garlic sauce. This asian-inspired keto (low carb, keto) ready in about 25 minutes pairs broccoli florets, sesame oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into strips green bell pepper
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, minced ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (tamari for gluten free)
- 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove pork and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil to the wok. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 3 cups broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 sliced green bell pepper to the wok. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Return the pork to the wok. Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the pork and vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Bell Peppers 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 Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Broccoli 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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Broccoli 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 Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Broccoli 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.
Is Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Bell Peppers low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb, keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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