Szechuan Pork Stir-Fry with Crisp Bell Peppers
Tender pork shoulder sizzles in a bold, numbing Szechuan sauce with vibrant bell peppers for a balanced heat. This asian-inspired sheet pan ready in about 35 minutes pairs Pork shoulder, Green bell peppers, Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
- 12 oz Pork shoulder
- 2 Green bell peppers
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Ginger
- 1 tsp Szechuan peppercorns
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 4 cups Cooked rice
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 12 oz pork shoulder cubes with 1 tbsp cornstarch and 1/2 tbsp soy sauce; let sit for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add pork and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned on all sides; remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok. Sauté 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 2 sliced green bell peppers and stir-fry for 2 minutes until edges turn crisp.
- Step 5: Return pork to the wok, add 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp brown sugar; toss until sauce thickens and coats ingredients.
- Step 6: Serve immediately over 4 cups cooked rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Szechuan Pork Stir-Fry with Crisp Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 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 Szechuan Pork Stir-Fry with Crisp Bell Peppers?
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 Pork Stir-Fry with Crisp Bell Peppers?
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 Pork Stir-Fry with Crisp Bell Peppers 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 Pork Stir-Fry with Crisp Bell Peppers?
Asian sheet pan 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.
What others are saying
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
