Spicy Sautéed Pork with Garlic and Scallions
Tender pork strips stir-fried with garlic, scallions, and a touch of chili for a quick and flavorful meal. This chinese-inspired pork ready in about 20 minutes pairs sliced into thin strips pork tenderloin, minced garlic cloves, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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, sliced into thin strips pork tenderloin
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 stalks, chopped into 1-inch pieces scallions
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 12 ounces of sliced pork tenderloin to the skillet, spreading out the strips, and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pork is browned and cooked through.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 3 chopped scallions, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until the scallions soften and the sauce coats the pork evenly.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Sautéed Pork with Garlic and Scallions 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 Sautéed Pork with Garlic and 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 minced garlic cloves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Sautéed Pork with Garlic and 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 Sautéed Pork with Garlic and 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 Sautéed Pork with Garlic and Scallions?
Chinese 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.
