Chinese Pork & Peppers

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Advanced
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A vibrant stir-fry featuring tender pork strips and crisp, colorful bell peppers in a savory sauce
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This quick and flavorful Chinese Pork & Peppers stir-fry is a perfect weeknight dinner. Thinly sliced pork tenderloin becomes incredibly tender when quickly cooked with aromatic garlic and ginger. The dish is brightened by crisp red, yellow, and green bell peppers and sweet onions, all tossed in a light, savory sauce. It offers a satisfying balance of textures and bold flavors without being overly heavy. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. It’s an excellent way to use fresh produce and lean protein for a healthy, home-cooked feast.

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Chinese Pork & Peppers

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 2 Calories: 1302.8

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This quick and flavorful Chinese Pork & Peppers stir-fry is a perfect weeknight dinner. Thinly sliced pork tenderloin becomes incredibly tender when quickly cooked with aromatic garlic and ginger. The dish is brightened by crisp red, yellow, and green bell peppers and sweet onions, all tossed in a light, savory sauce. It offers a satisfying balance of textures and bold flavors without being overly heavy. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent way to use fresh produce and lean protein for a healthy, home-cooked feast.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim fat from pork tenderloin and cut into 1/4-inch wide strips, about 2 to 3 inches long.
  2. Wash, trim, seed, and slice bell peppers into 1/4-inch wide strips.
  3. Mince garlic and grate ginger if using fresh.
  4. Heat canola oil in a wok or large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add chopped onions and stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
  6. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add pork strips to the pan and stir-fry until browned on all sides and cooked through.
  8. Add sliced bell peppers and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  9. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to form a smooth paste.
  10. Combine soy sauce, remaining water, and beef broth in the same bowl with the cornstarch paste.
  11. Pour the sauce mixture into the wok with the pork and vegetables.
  12. Stir constantly and cook over low heat for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  13. Remove from heat and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1302.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.8g14%
Saturated Fat 2.2g12%
Cholesterol 148.0mg50%
Sodium 121.3mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 251.4g84%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g9%
Sugars 245.0g
Protein 53.4g107%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chinese, pork, peppers, stir fry, tenderloin, bell peppers, onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, quick dinner, healthy, asian cuisine, wok, vegetables, protein, easy recipe, weeknight meal, rice, low fat
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