Pork and Pepper Stir Fry

Pork and Pepper Stir Fry is an Asian-inspired cuisine featuring tender pork, bell peppers, and a savory sweet sauce. The dish is versatile. Allowing for ingredient swaps like chicken or tofu, and can be served over rice, noodles, or greens. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy nights or entertaining.

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THE INGREDIENTS

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Sauce Ingredients:

  • Soy Sauce: A salty, umami-rich liquid made from fermented soybeans, essential for depth of flavor.
  • Shao Hsing Wine: A Chinese rice wine that adds a fragrant, slightly sweet complexity.
  • Rice Vinegar: A mild vinegar that brings a gentle tanginess to balance the sauce.
  • Honey: Natural sweetener that adds a touch of sweetness and helps to caramelize the sauce.
  • Sesame Oil: A nutty oil that infuses the sauce with a rich, toasty aroma.
  • Slurry: A mixture of cornstarch and water used to thicken the sauce.

Pork Ingredients:

  • Thin Slices of Pork Tenderloin: Lean, tender cuts of pork that cook quickly and absorb flavors well.
  • Salt and Pepper: Basic seasonings that enhance the natural flavor of the pork.
  • Oil for Frying: A cooking medium that ensures the pork cooks evenly and develops a nice browning.

Stir-Frying Ingredients:

  • Onion: Adds a sweet and savory base flavor to the dish when sautéed.
  • Bell Pepper: Provides a crunchy texture and a burst of color, along with a mild sweetness.
  • Chili Oil: A spicy, flavorful oil that adds heat and an extra layer of complexity to the stir-fry.

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HOW TO MAKE IT

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Time needed: 30 minutes

STEP BY STEP

  1. MAKE THE SAUCE

    In a measuring cup, combine soy sauce, Shao Hsing Wine (Chinese cooking wine), rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and slurry (a combination of cornstarch and water).

  2. PREP THE PORK

    Cut the pork tenderloin into thin slices. Season with salt and pepper. Heat a nonstick skillet with oil over medium-high heat. Cook the pork until golden brown, remove from the pan, and set them aside.

  3. STIR FRY

    In the same pan, add the onion and saute until tender. Then add the bell pepper and saute until crisp-tender. Add the cooked pork back into the pan. Stir the sauce and pour over the stir-fried pork. For added heat, add some chili oil. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.

  4. SERVE:

    Serve over steamed rice and garnish with green onions.

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CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI STIR FRY
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SHRIMP AND SNOW PEAS STIR FRY

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Pork and Pepper Stir Fry

Jen Paleracio
This dish is a perfect harmony of tender pork slices, colorful bell peppers, and a tantalizing blend of savory and slightly sweet flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese, Filipino

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet or wok
  • Measuring cup
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • knife
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

FOR THE SAUCE

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Shao Hsing Wine, or Chinese cooking wine, for an alcohol-free option – use apple juice
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

MAIN INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into thin slices
  • 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, deseeded and cut into julienne
  • 1 teaspoons chili oil, or half a teaspoon of red chili pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • MAKE THE SAUCE: To make the slurry, combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl, and stir until the cornstarch dissolves. In a measuring cup, combine soy sauce, Shao Hsing Wine (Chinese cooking wine), rice vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and sesame oil, then add the slurry. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
  • PREP THE PORK: Cut the pork tenderloin into thin slices. Season them with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
  • COOK THE PORK: Heat the pan with oil, add the pork slices, and cook until golden brown. Remove them from the pan and set them aside.
  • STIR FRYING: Use the same pan, and add more oil if needed. Saute the onion until tender. Next, add the bell pepper and cook until crisp-tender. Add the cooked pork back into the pan, and stir to combine. For a little heat, add the chili oil or red chili pepper flakes. Then pour the sauce (stir the sauce first before adding to the pan). Garnish with green onions, and serve with steamed rice or noodles.

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Notes

  • You can serve your stir-fried pork with rice or egg noodles. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions and add them to your stir-fried pork. 
  • If you want it alcohol-free, add about 1/4 cup of apple juice to the sauce to substitute for Shao Hsing Wine (Chinese cooking wine). 
  • You can also add any kind of veggies you like. You can add broccoli, zucchini, carrots, or even Napa cabbage. 
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