Description

This quick and flavorful honey garlic pork stir-fry is a perfect weeknight meal—juicy, tender pork coated in a sweet and savory garlic sauce, tossed with crisp-tender vegetables. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

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For the Pork:

1 lb pork tenderloin (or boneless pork chops), thinly sliced
2 tbsp cornstarch (for that crispy sear)
1 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option)
1 tbsp oil (avocado or vegetable oil)

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

¼ cup honey (local, raw honey if possible)
3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
4 cloves garlic, minced (more if you love garlic)
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional but adds a nice kick)
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (or more if you like heat)
1 tsp sesame oil (for that deep, nutty flavor)

Veggies (Feel Free to Mix It Up!):

1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 small carrot, julienned
½ small onion, sliced
1 cup sugar snap peas

For Serving:

Cooked jasmine rice or brown rice
Sesame seeds & sliced green onions (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prep Your Ingredients

Slice the pork into thin strips (against the grain for tenderness).
Toss the pork with soy sauce and cornstarch—this helps give it that crispy, restaurant-style texture.
Mix all the honey garlic sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set it aside.
Chop up your veggies so everything is ready to go. Stir-fries move fast!

2. Sear the Pork

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the pork in a single layer. Let it sear for 2 minutes before flipping—this locks in flavor.
Cook until golden brown and slightly crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.

3. Stir-Fry the Veggies

In the same pan, add another ½ tbsp oil if needed.
Toss in the veggies and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until they’re crisp-tender. You want them bright and slightly crunchy, not mushy!

4. Add the Sauce & Pork

Return the pork to the pan.
Pour the honey garlic sauce over everything. Stir well so it coats every bite.
Let it simmer for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and gets glossy.

5. Serve & Enjoy!

Spoon over steamed rice and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
If you like extra heat, add a dash of sriracha or chili flakes.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the pork for 15–30 minutes in soy sauce before cooking.
To thicken the sauce, add ½ teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon of water.
For a low-carb option, serve with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
Double the sauce if you like extra saucy stir-fry!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (¼ of the recipe)
Calories: ~380 kcal
Sugar: ~12g
Sodium: ~720mg
Fat: ~14g
Saturated Fat: ~3g
Unsaturated Fat: ~10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: ~36g
Fiber: ~3g
Protein: ~30g
Cholesterol: ~65mg