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Garlic pork stir-fry with tender pork bites coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce.
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Garlic Pork Stir-Fry

This easy Garlic Pork Stir-Fry features tender pork bites coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce. It is savory, slightly sweet, and easy to make in one skillet in less than 30 minutes. Serve this quick pork stir-fry with rice, noodles, vegetables, or your favorite side dish for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy pork dinner, garlic pork stir-fry, honey garlic pork, pork bites, skillet pork recipe
Cooking Method: Stovetop
Diet: None specified
Servings: 4
Calories: 275kcal
Author: MelanieCooks.com

Ingredients

  • 1 pound country-style boneless pork ribs or pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tsp cornstarch optional
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tbsp chicken stock low-sodium or beef stock
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice or 2 tbsp
  • 1 tsp hot sauce such as Sriracha, optional
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes for garnish
  • 1/2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • 1/2 tbsp scallions chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Place the pork pieces in a large mixing bowl. Add the cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the pork is evenly coated.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and let it melt.
  • Add the pork to the hot skillet. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning the pieces so they brown on all sides and cook through. Cook the pork in batches when needed so the skillet does not become overcrowded.
  • Add the minced garlic, honey, chicken or beef stock, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir until all the pork pieces are covered with the sauce.
  • Let the sauce simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. Stir occasionally until the sauce reduces slightly and becomes sticky.
  • Sprinkle the pork with chopped parsley, scallions, and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately with your favorite side dish.

Notes

  • Make sure the skillet is hot before adding the pork so the pieces brown instead of steam.
  • Avoid overcrowding the skillet. Cook the pork in batches for the best golden crust.

Nutrition

Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 390mg | Potassium: 292mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 294IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg