Vietnamese Stir-Fried Lemongrass Pork with Jasmine Rice
Quick and savory stir-fried pork infused with fragrant lemongrass, garlic, and fish sauce, served alongside fluffy jasmine rice for a satisfying meal. This vietnamese-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs pork shoulder, thinly sliced, garlic cloves, minced, medium shallots, thinly sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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 pork shoulder, thinly sliced
- 2 stalks lemongrass stalks, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups uncooked jasmine rice
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 2 cups uncooked jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Cook rice according to package instructions and keep warm.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 finely chopped lemongrass stalks, and 2 thinly sliced shallots. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until fragrant and golden but not burnt.
- Step 4: Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder to the skillet, spreading it out in a single layer. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until pork is browned and cooked through.
- Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss to evenly coat the pork and cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 2 sliced green onions and 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves.
- Step 7: Serve the lemongrass pork immediately with steamed jasmine rice on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Vietnamese Stir-Fried Lemongrass Pork with Jasmine Rice 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 Vietnamese Stir-Fried Lemongrass Pork with Jasmine Rice?
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, thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Vietnamese Stir-Fried Lemongrass Pork with Jasmine Rice?
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 Vietnamese Stir-Fried Lemongrass Pork with Jasmine Rice 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 Vietnamese Stir-Fried Lemongrass Pork with Jasmine Rice?
Vietnamese stir fry 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.
