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Healthy Pork Stir Fry With Veggies (Quick Weeknight Dinner) - Fast, Flavorful, and Balanced

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound pork (pork loin, tenderloin, or lean pork shoulder), thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional but adds depth)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch (divided)
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil (avocado, canola, or peanut), divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas or snow peas
  • 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced on a diagonal
  • 4 ounces mushrooms, sliced (shiitake or cremini work well)
  • 2 scallions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 1/4 cup water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • Cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice, for serving
  • Sesame seeds and lime wedges, for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Prep the pork: Slice the pork thinly against the grain. Pat dry with paper towels so it sears instead of steams.
  2. Make a quick marinade: In a bowl, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Toss the pork to coat. Let it sit for 10 minutes while you prep the veggies.
  3. Stir fry sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water or broth. Set aside.
  4. Heat the pan: Use a large skillet or wok over medium-high to high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and wait until it shimmers.
  5. Sear the pork in batches: Add half the pork in a single layer. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until browned and just cooked through. Remove to a plate. Repeat with another tablespoon oil and the remaining pork.
  6. Aromatics: Add the last tablespoon of oil if needed. Toss in garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the scallions. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Cook the veggies: Add broccoli and carrots first. Stir fry 2 minutes. Then add bell pepper, mushrooms, and snap peas. Cook another 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender. Don’t overcook.
  8. Combine and sauce: Return pork and any juices to the pan. Give the sauce a quick stir, then pour it in. Toss for 1–2 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats everything.
  9. Finish: Taste and adjust with a splash more soy for salt, a squeeze of lime for brightness, or a drizzle of honey for sweetness. Turn off the heat and add the green parts of the scallions.
  10. Serve: Spoon over warm brown rice or cauliflower rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if you like.