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Sweet and Spicy Pork Stir-Fry

This quick and flavorful stir-fry combines tender pork with crisp vegetables and a delicious sweet and spicy sauce.

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Sweet and Spicy Pork Stir-Fry

When you need a seriously satisfying dinner fast, this Sweet and Spicy Pork Stir-Fry is your new best friend! It's packed with vibrant veggies, savory pork, and a sauce that hits all the right notes – sweet, tangy, and with just the right kick. Get your wok ready, because this comes together in a flash!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

For the Stir-Fry

  • 1 lb pork loin or tenderloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 head broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated

For the Sweet & Spicy Sauce

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sriracha (or more, to taste)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth

For Serving

  • Cooked rice or noodles
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Sliced green onions, for garnish

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a medium bowl, combine the sliced pork, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Toss to coat and set aside for at least 10 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, honey/brown sugar, rice vinegar, sriracha, sesame oil, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and water/broth until smooth.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the pork in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Remove pork from skillet and set aside.

  4. Step 4

    Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the broccoli, red bell pepper, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, until vegetables are tender-crisp.

  5. Step 5

    Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  6. Step 6

    Return the cooked pork to the skillet with the vegetables. Give the sauce a quick whisk (to re-incorporate the cornstarch) and pour it over the pork and vegetables. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats everything nicely.

  7. Step 7

    Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Tips

  • Prep all your ingredients (chop veggies, mix sauce) before you start cooking, as stir-fries cook very quickly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the pork; cook in batches if necessary to get a good sear.
  • Adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to suit your spice preference.

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