Szechuan Pepper-Marinated Pork Stir-Fry with Green Beans

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A vibrant stir-fry where tender pork meets crisp green beans in a savory-spicy sauce featuring toasted Szechuan peppercorns. This asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs pork shoulder, green beans, Szechuan peppercorns for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

★ 4.3 (12 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons toasted and ground Szechuan peppercorns, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon minced ginger to form a marinade. Add 12 ounces thinly sliced pork shoulder and toss to coat; let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated pork and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through; remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups trimmed and cut green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 3 minutes until bright green. Add 1/4 cup water, cover, and steam for 2 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Return the pork to the skillet with the green beans. Stir in the reserved marinade and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Szechuan Pepper-Marinated Pork Stir-Fry with Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 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 Szechuan Pepper-Marinated Pork Stir-Fry with Green Beans?

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 shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Szechuan Pepper-Marinated Pork Stir-Fry with Green Beans?

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 Szechuan Pepper-Marinated Pork Stir-Fry with Green Beans 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 Szechuan Pepper-Marinated Pork Stir-Fry with Green Beans?

Asian asian 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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