Stir-Fried Pork and Broccoli with Garlic-Soy Glaze
A quick stir-fry that pairs tender pork strips with crisp broccoli in a savory garlic and soy sauce glaze. This chinese-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, broccoli florets, 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 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Thinly slice 1 lb pork tenderloin into 1/4-inch strips. In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water until dissolved and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add pork strips to the wok and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until pork is browned and cooked through.
- Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets, 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Pour the cornstarch slurry into the wok and stir continuously for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the pork and broccoli evenly. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
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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 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 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 pork tenderloin 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 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 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.
