Stir-Fried Hunan Pork with Green Peppers and Fermented Black Beans

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Crisp-tender pork cubes simmered in a savory-sour sauce with aromatic green peppers and fermented black beans, evoking Hunan's bold flavors. This asian ready in about 37 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, medium green bell peppers, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 12 oz pork tenderloin into 1/2-inch cubes and toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add marinated pork and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned on edges but still pink inside; remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 tsp of the vegetable oil to the wok, then stir-fry 4 minced garlic cloves and 3 crushed dried red chilies for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 tbsp rinsed fermented black beans and 2 chopped green bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until peppers brighten and soften slightly.
  5. Step 5: Return pork to wok, add 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp rice wine vinegar, and 2 tbsp water. Simmer for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats ingredients, stirring constantly.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Hunan Pork with Green Peppers and Fermented Black Beans take to make?

Total time is about 37 minutes (25 min prep + 12 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 Stir-Fried Hunan Pork with Green Peppers and Fermented Black Beans?

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 pork tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Hunan Pork with Green Peppers and Fermented Black Beans?

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 Stir-Fried Hunan Pork with Green Peppers and Fermented Black Beans 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 Stir-Fried Hunan Pork with Green Peppers and Fermented Black Beans?

Asian asian 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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