Stir-Fried Pork Tenderloin with Ginger, Bell Peppers, and Snow Peas
Tender pork tenderloin strips quickly stir-fried with crisp bell peppers, sweet snow peas, and pungent fresh ginger for a vibrant Whole30 compliant dish. This asian-inspired whole30 (whole30, paleo) ready in about 27 minutes pairs trimmed snow peas, minced garlic cloves, tablespoons coconut aminos for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 pound, sliced into 1/4-inch strips pork tenderloin
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
- 1 large, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup, trimmed snow peas
- 2 tablespoons, peeled and julienned fresh ginger root
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon, divided sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon, divided black pepper
- 2, sliced for garnish scallions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound sliced pork tenderloin strips seasoned with 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until pork is browned and cooked through; remove from pan.
- Step 2: In the same pan, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tablespoons julienned fresh ginger root, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup trimmed snow peas, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, and 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper. Stir-fry vegetables for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return pork to the pan, add 3 tablespoons coconut aminos, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Pork Tenderloin with Ginger, Bell Peppers, and Snow Peas take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 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 Pork Tenderloin with Ginger, Bell Peppers, and Snow Peas?
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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Pork Tenderloin with Ginger, Bell Peppers, and Snow Peas?
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 Tenderloin with Ginger, Bell Peppers, and Snow Peas 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.
Is Stir-Fried Pork Tenderloin with Ginger, Bell Peppers, and Snow Peas whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, paleo, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.