Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic and Chili Oil

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A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender pork slices cooked with fragrant garlic and spicy chili oil. This chinese-inspired st. patrick’s day ready in about 20 minutes pairs pork loin, garlic cloves, chili oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Thinly slice 300 grams of pork loin into bite-sized strips against the grain for tenderness. Mince 4 garlic cloves finely and chop 2 green onions into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add the pork slices to the wok and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, turning frequently, until the pork is cooked through and starting to brown on the edges.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 2 tablespoons chili oil, stirring quickly to coat the pork evenly. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper.
  5. Step 5: Toss in the chopped green onions and stir-fry for an additional 1 minute until the onions soften slightly but remain vibrant green. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic and Chili Oil 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 with Garlic and Chili Oil?

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 loin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic and Chili Oil?

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 Garlic and Chili Oil 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 with Garlic and Chili Oil?

Chinese st. patrick’s day 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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