Stir-Fried Pork with Miso and Honey Glaze
A savory-sweet stir-fry featuring tender pork slices coated in a rich miso and honey glaze, accented by crisp vegetables and aromatic garlic. This japanese-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs (450 g), thinly sliced pork shoulder, white miso paste, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 (450 g), thinly sliced pork shoulder
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 1 medium, sliced into strips green bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp, toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stalks, thinly sliced scallions
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp soy sauce until smooth and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the pork is browned and cooked through.
- Step 4: Toss in 1 medium sliced green bell pepper and 1 medium sliced red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Pour the miso-honey mixture over the pork and vegetables. Stir continuously for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats all ingredients.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions on top before serving hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Pork with Miso and Honey Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Miso and Honey 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 white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Pork with Miso and Honey 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 with Miso and Honey 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 with Miso and Honey Glaze?
Japanese 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.
