Stir-Fried Pork with Regional Vegetables and Garlic Soy Glaze

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Tender pork stir-fried with crisp regional vegetables, coated in a savory garlic soy glaze with a hint of sweetness. This asian fusion-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs broccoli florets, medium, julienned carrot, stalks, chopped green onions 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Toss 12 oz thinly sliced pork tenderloin strips with 1 tsp cornstarch to lightly coat.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add the pork strips and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Add 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 julienned carrot, and 1 small sliced red bell pepper to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Pour the prepared garlic soy glaze over the pork and vegetables. Add 2 tbsp water and toss everything together, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 chopped green onions before serving immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Pork with Regional Vegetables and Garlic Soy 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 Regional Vegetables and Garlic Soy 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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Pork with Regional Vegetables and Garlic Soy 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 Regional Vegetables and Garlic Soy Glaze 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 Regional Vegetables and Garlic Soy Glaze?

Asian Fusion 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.

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