Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Garlic and Chili
Quick and flavorful pork stir-fry infused with garlic, fresh chili, and a savory soy sauce glaze. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 20 minutes pairs vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves, medium, thinly sliced fresh red chili 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch strips pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium, thinly sliced fresh red chili
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 2 thinly sliced red chilies, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips to the wok. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, spreading pork out to sear, until cooked through and lightly browned.
- Step 3: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp brown sugar, then pour over the pork. Toss continuously for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the pork evenly.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 3 sliced green onions, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp toasted sesame oil. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Garlic and Chili take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Garlic and Chili?
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 vegetable oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Garlic and Chili?
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 Garlic and Chili 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 Garlic and Chili?
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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