Stir-Fried Pork with Broccoli and Ginger-Sesame Sauce
Quick stir-fried pork tenderloin with crisp broccoli florets in a fragrant ginger and toasted sesame sauce, perfect for a Whole30 dinner. This asian-inspired pork (whole30, gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, thinly sliced, broccoli florets, fresh ginger, grated 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 scallions fresh scallions, sliced
- 3/4 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp (optional) crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork tenderloin seasoned with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until pork is browned and cooked through. Remove pork and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Return pork to the skillet. Add 3 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, remaining 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes if using. Toss everything together and cook for 2 more minutes until sauce slightly thickens and coats pork and broccoli.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced fresh scallions. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Pork with Broccoli and Ginger-Sesame Sauce 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 with Broccoli and Ginger-Sesame Sauce?
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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Pork with Broccoli and Ginger-Sesame Sauce?
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 with Broccoli and Ginger-Sesame Sauce 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.
Is Stir-Fried Pork with Broccoli and Ginger-Sesame Sauce whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, dairy free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
