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Spiced Pork & Peanut Bowls

Quick-cooking seasoned pork with a savory peanut sauce, served over rice for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
3
Level
Weeknight
Spiced Pork & Peanut Bowls

Say hello to your new favorite takeout-fakeout! These Spiced Pork & Peanut Bowls are bursting with incredible flavors, from the zesty pork to the rich, creamy peanut sauce. It's a quick and easy dish that doesn't skimp on taste, perfect for those bustling weeknights.

Ingredients

Yield: 3 servings

For the Pork

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Peanut Sauce

  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2-3 tbsp warm water, to thin

For Serving

  • Cooked rice or cauliflower rice
  • Chopped green onions
  • Chopped peanuts
  • Lime wedges

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a medium bowl, combine ground pork with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp ginger, 1 clove minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well.

  2. Step 2

    Prepare the peanut sauce: In a separate small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, honey, 1 tsp ginger, and 1 clove minced garlic. Gradually whisk in warm water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    To assemble: Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with the cooked spiced pork. Drizzle generously with peanut sauce.

  5. Step 5

    Garnish with chopped green onions, chopped peanuts, and serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of freshness.

Tips

  • Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the pork mixture to your preferred spice level.
  • Add some quick-cooking veggies like snap peas or bell peppers to the skillet with the pork for extra crunch and nutrition.

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