Stir-Fried Pork and Broccoli with Garlic Soy Glaze
A quick stir-fry combining tender pork strips and crisp broccoli florets coated in a savory garlic soy glaze perfect for a fast, satisfying dinner. This chinese-inspired pork ready in about 20 minutes pairs vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves, soy sauce 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 strips pork tenderloin
- 4 cups, cut into bite-size pieces broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
- 2, sliced thinly for garnish green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 4 cups broccoli florets, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Return the pork to the skillet and pour the prepared sauce over the mixture along with 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the pork and broccoli evenly.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving over steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Pork and Broccoli with Garlic Soy Glaze 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 Stir-Fried Pork and Broccoli with Garlic Soy Glaze?
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 Stir-Fried Pork and Broccoli with Garlic Soy Glaze?
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 Pork and Broccoli with Garlic Soy Glaze 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 Stir-Fried Pork and Broccoli with Garlic Soy Glaze?
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.
