Spicy Stir-Fried Pork with Hunan Chili and Garlic
A fiery and aromatic stir-fry featuring tender pork slices tossed with Hunan chili paste and fresh garlic for a bold flavor punch. This chinese-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced pork tenderloin, vegetable oil, Hunan chili paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 pork tenderloin
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp Hunan chili paste
- 5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, minced ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- 1 tsp sugar
- 3 stalks, sliced scallions
- 4 whole dried red chilies
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- to taste salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering, then add 5 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp minced ginger, and 4 dried red chilies. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Step 2: Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork tenderloin to the wok and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the edges begin to brown and the pork is cooked through.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp Hunan chili paste, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine, and 1 tsp sugar. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the pork evenly.
- Step 4: Add 3 sliced scallions and 1 tsp sesame oil, tossing everything together for 1 minute. Season with salt to taste and remove from heat immediately to preserve freshness.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Stir-Fried Pork with Hunan Chili and Garlic 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 Stir-Fried Pork with Hunan Chili and Garlic?
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 thinly sliced pork tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Stir-Fried Pork with Hunan Chili and Garlic?
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 Stir-Fried Pork with Hunan Chili and Garlic 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 Stir-Fried Pork with Hunan Chili and Garlic?
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.
