Pork Stir Fry Recipe (2024)

April 6, 2023 by Beth Pierce 43 Comments

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This Pork Stir Fry is full of flavor from garlic, ginger, sesame, and honey and loaded with tasty vegetables like onion, broccoli, red bell pepper, and carrots. Serve over white rice, brown rice, lo mein noodles, udon noodles, or rice noodles. For a low-carb dish, serve over cauliflower rice or zoodles.

How to make Pork Stir Fry

First, in a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, mirin if using crushed red pepper, and cornstarch. Set the bowl aside for a bit.

Heat a little vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the pork and cook until seared and browned on the bottom. Flip and cook until browned on the other side. Plate the pork and cover it to keep it warm. Work in batches so as not to crowd the pan. Add more oil if needed.

Heat a little more vegetable oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, broccoli, and red bell pepper. Stir fry for about 2 minutes, then add the carrots and continue cooking and stirring for another 1-2 minutes or until everything is crisp tender. Plate the vegetables but do not cover them. Whisk the sauce that was set aside and add it to the skillet over medium-low heat. Cook while whisking frequently until thickened. Add the pork and veggies back to the skillet and toss to warm. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Recipe Notes

Stir fry recipes move fast. Have what you need cut and ready to go and close to your stovetop.
Mirin is sweet rice wine. It can be difficult to find, but if you can, it is delicious and adds flavor with a touch of sweetness to many Asian recipes.
Cook the pork in a single layer so it can sear against the skillet.
Vegetables should be dry so they stir fry, not steam. Don’t overcook the veggies. Cook just until crisp tender.
This recipe also works well with boneless pork chops, chicken, steak, ground beef, and ground pork.
Try adding other veggieslike bok choy, mushrooms, bean sprouts, zucchini, snap peas,baby corn,cauliflower rice, water chestnuts, or bamboo shoots.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave at reduced power.

What to serve with Pork Stir Fry

Appetizers – crab rangoon, potstickers, gyoza, bacon-wrapped water chestnuts, egg rolls
Soup – hot and sour soup, egg drop soup, wonton soup, miso soup, Chinese noodle soup
Starch – white rice, brown rice, udon noodles, rice noodles, lo mein noodles, glass noodles
Low-carb options – cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles,

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A deliciously easy Pork Stir Fry Recipe with onions, broccoli, red bell peppers, and carrots all in a mouthwatering good garlic ginger sesame sauce.

5 from 23 votes

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Course: main meal pork

Cuisine: Asian

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 332kcal

Author: Beth Pierce

Ingredients

Stir Fry Sauce
¼ cup low-sodium beef broth
¼ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon grated ginger or ginger paste
1-2 tablespoon mirin optional
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Pork Stir Fry
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ¼ lb. pork tenderloin sliced into very thin strips
1 medium yellow onion diced
2 cups broccoli florets cut into bite-size pieces
1 red bell pepper sliced julienne
2 medium carrots peeled and cut into matchsticks
¼ cup sliced green onions

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, mirin if using, red pepper, and cornstarch. Set the bowl aside for a bit.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pork and cook until seared and browned on the bottom. Flip and cook until browned on the other side. Plate the pork and cover it to keep it warm. Work in batches so as not to crowd the pan. Add more oil if needed.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, broccoli, and red bell pepper. Stir fry for about 2 minutes, then add the carrots and continue cooking and stirring for another 1-2 minutes or until everything is crisp tender. Plate the vegetables but do not cover them.
Whisk the sauce that was set aside and add it to the skillet over medium-low heat. Cook while whisking frequently until thickened. Add the pork and veggies back to the skillet and toss to warm. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Notes

Stir fry recipes move fast. Have what you need cut and ready to go and close to your stovetop.
Mirin is sweet rice wine. It can be difficult to find, but if you can, it is delicious and adds flavor with a touch of sweetness to many Asian recipes.
Cook the pork in a single layer so it can sear against the skillet.
Vegetables should be dry so they stir fry, not steam. Don't overcook the veggies. Cook just until crisp tender.
This recipe also works well with boneless pork chops, chicken, steak, ground beef, and ground pork.
Try adding other veggies like bok choy, mushrooms, bean sprouts, zucchini, snap peas, baby corn, cauliflower rice, water chestnuts, or bamboo shoots.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave at reduced power.

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Comments

Doug
January 27, 2024 at 10:57 am

Really great recipe. Easy enough.
My only suggestion is, if your veggies, broccoli, and carrots, are not softening in the time suggested, put a 1/3 cup cold water, and cover for three to five minutes or until desired tenderness is reached. Definitely stir fry before!
Everyone was impressed and it now part of the rotation!
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- Beth Pierce
  January 27, 2024 at 7:07 pm
  Thanks, Doug! So glad that you liked the pork stir fry!
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Abida
August 11, 2023 at 8:06 am

This is such a tasty pork stir fry recipe. It was easy to make and a great change from our usual dull dinners. Thanks for sharing!
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Clarice
August 10, 2023 at 10:29 am
This looks delicious and healthy. I love broccoli so, this is a treat for me. Thank you for sharing the recipe. Appreciate the tips too. Will visit the Asian store and see if I can get mirin.
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- Beth Pierce
  August 11, 2023 at 9:08 am
  Thanks, Clarice! Enjoy!
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Sangeetha
August 10, 2023 at 1:57 am

Absolutely loved this Pork Stir Fry recipe! 🍲🥢 The combination of flavors and variety of vegetables make it a complete winner. So versatile too, as it can be paired with different bases. Thanks for sharing! 😍👏
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- Beth Pierce
  August 16, 2023 at 9:46 am
  You are most welcome, Sangeetha!
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Jennifer
August 09, 2023 at 7:23 pm
I love a good stir fry! This one is delicious and easy to make. I will make this again.
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Ramil
August 09, 2023 at 7:12 pm

One of my go-to dishes, easy to prepare yet delicious and healthy.
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Melanie
August 09, 2023 at 2:05 pm

I’ve not made stir fry in ages. This was great. It has lean pork and a good mix of veg to make it both a tasty and healthy meal. My husband and kids love it. Thanks for sharing.
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Zadie
August 09, 2023 at 8:58 am

This pork stir fry recipe was so delicious! This will be on my list of recipes to remake. Thanks for sharing, Beth.
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Mary
August 09, 2023 at 8:49 am
This was so flavorful, and it is easy to switch up the veggies depending on different preferences. Nice hearty meal that was so easy to make.
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Frank
August 09, 2023 at 1:30 am

This looks so yummy, you have amazing recipes. I will add this to the list of meals table to try it. Thank you for sharing!
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Nicki
August 08, 2023 at 11:29 pm
This stir fry recipe is my family’s favorite recipe. It is easy to make, flavorful, and delicious. Thanks for sharing, Beth!
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Bryan Carey
August 08, 2023 at 11:50 am

Hard to go wrong with stir fry! But given the finicky eaters in my home, I would likely substitute chicken in place of the pork.
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Ed
August 08, 2023 at 11:32 am
Is there any kind of pork better than the stir fried one? It’s simply finger-licking good! We loved it. Thanks for sharing.
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Cindy
August 08, 2023 at 10:19 am

I love a good stir fry. They are so quick, easy and a good way to get some veggies in.
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Nyxie
August 08, 2023 at 5:31 am
Beautiful! And with the chilies and spring onion (as we call it) – that sounds like it would taste wonderful. Pork isn’t something we eat very often because we find it can be hit or miss depending on how you cook it, but it’s great in stir fry!
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Richard
August 08, 2023 at 3:32 am
Great stir fry recipe! It was easy to make and so flavorful. I served it with your dumpling recipe and the meal was delicious.
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Debbie
August 07, 2023 at 7:33 pm

I love a good stir fry dinner and this pork stir fry recipe was amazing. The instructions are so easy to follow and it is so tasty! I am going to make it again next week and invite my sister for dinner.
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Stephanie
August 07, 2023 at 2:38 pm

I have a pork tenderloin in the freezer that I have been trying to decide what to do with it. This looks delicious and I can’t wait to try it! I love stir frys as they are a great way to get some extra veggies in that I wouldn’t normally eat otherwise.
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Mandy Carter
August 07, 2023 at 2:34 pm

Love the flavors in this stir fry! ginger and garlic reaally change up my usual stir fry recipe . Definitely a winning recipe!
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Catalina
April 14, 2023 at 4:57 am

This is a great stir-fry recipe. I will make it again and again. It is just the right balance of flavor and texture.
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Sandra
April 12, 2023 at 3:28 pm

This was a huge win at my house!! So quick and easy to make!
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Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert
April 11, 2023 at 11:31 pm
Looks incredibly delicious! Can’t wait to make this!
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Ali
April 10, 2023 at 1:27 pm

This pork stir fry is delicious, healthy and so filling! Great family weeknight meal!
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TAYLER ROSS
April 10, 2023 at 1:19 pm

We had this stir fry for dinner over the weekend and it was delicious! I used veggies that I already had in my fridge!
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- Beth Pierce
  April 13, 2023 at 5:31 pm
  It is a great way to use up all those vegetables!
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Colleen
April 10, 2023 at 1:16 pm

This stir fry is a delicious change from my usual chicken or beef stir fry. I love how it’s packed with healthy veggies and only needs one pan. Thanks for sharing!
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- Beth Pierce
  April 13, 2023 at 5:31 pm
  You are most welcome, Colleen!
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Andrea
April 10, 2023 at 12:46 pm

I am loving this fabulous pork stir fry with its garlic ginger sesame sauce. It tastes incredible and my family went crazy over it.
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dina and bruce miller
April 10, 2023 at 12:37 pm

Love this recipe! I bet it is super tasty with pork tenderloin! Gonna use low sodium broth and soy sauce! Thank you!
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- Beth Pierce
  April 13, 2023 at 5:30 pm
  My pleasure!
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Melissa Cushing
April 10, 2023 at 7:40 am

This is my new favorite stir-fry recipe. So easy and full of flavor. Thank you for sharing it with us!
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Lavanda Michelle
April 09, 2023 at 7:09 am
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe for Pork Stir Fry! The combination of garlic, ginger, sesame, and honey really adds a depth of flavor to the dish, and I love that it’s packed with healthy vegetables like broccoli, red bell pepper, and carrots. The recipe instructions are easy to follow and the recipe notes are very helpful too. While i don’t eat pork, I will sub with steak. I can’t wait to try this dish with different variations of vegetables and starch options.
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- Beth Pierce
  April 09, 2023 at 3:29 pm
  Thanks, Lavanda! Enjoy!
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Zab Zaria
April 09, 2023 at 5:03 am

This looks like an awesome recipe! I’m sure my husband will enjoy this meal.
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Rosey
April 08, 2023 at 7:10 pm
Whipping up a stir fry is a great way to feed the family on the weekend. I love the one pan no muss no fuss version.
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Elizabeth Williams
April 08, 2023 at 2:46 pm

This looks like a delicious stir fry and I like the flavour combinations. I also make a fruity pork stir fry that is tasty.
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Monidipa
April 08, 2023 at 2:07 pm

Wow, this pork stir-fry recipe is a flavor explosion! The combination of savory pork, fresh veggies, and zesty sauce is simply mouth-watering.
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- Beth Pierce
  April 13, 2023 at 5:24 pm
  Thanks! I agree entirely!
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Marysa
April 07, 2023 at 8:39 pm
Such an easy and versatile dish. I would love to give this a try, and I can switch it up with different veggies.
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- Beth Pierce
  April 13, 2023 at 5:22 pm
  So true!
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