Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic Butter and Broccoli

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender pork slices quickly stir-fried in garlic butter with crisp broccoli florets, delivering a savory and satisfying low-carb dish perfect for keto meal prep. This asian-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 22 minutes pairs fresh broccoli florets, unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 12 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning. Add 12 oz thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until pork is golden and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 cups fresh broccoli florets, 2 tbsp water, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat, stir in the remaining 1 tbsp butter until melted and coating the pork and broccoli. Serve hot for a flavorful keto stir-fry.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic Butter and Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 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 with Garlic Butter and Broccoli?

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 fresh broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Pork with Garlic Butter and Broccoli?

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 Butter and Broccoli 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 Garlic Butter and Broccoli keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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