Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger and Bell Peppers
Quick stir-fried pork with fresh ginger and colorful bell peppers, tossed in a spicy soy sauce glaze. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 20 minutes pairs finely grated fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch strips pork tenderloin
- 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp mixed with 1 tbsp water cornstarch
- 2 sliced for garnish green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until pork is browned and nearly cooked through.
- Step 5: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper and 1 sliced yellow bell pepper strips and stir-fry for 2 minutes until peppers are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Step 6: Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture over the pork and vegetables, then stir in 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water to thicken the sauce.
- Step 7: Cook for another minute until sauce is glossy and coats the pork and veggies.
- Step 8: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger and Bell Peppers 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 Ginger 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 finely grated fresh ginger from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger 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 Ginger and Bell Peppers 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Ginger and Bell Peppers?
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.
