Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant Mandarin Pork Stir Fry with Sesame Noodles, a perfect fusion of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. Tender strips of marinated pork loin are stir-fried to golden perfection alongside crisp bell peppers, julienned carrots, and snap-fresh snow peas. The dish is elevated with a luscious mandarin-inspired sauce featuring soy sauce, orange juice, honey, and the warm spice of fresh ginger and garlic. Served over springy sesame-infused noodles and garnished with toasted sesame seeds, scallions, and optional mandarin orange segments for a citrusy twist, this recipe delivers both bold flavors and a delightful texture. Ready in just 40 minutes and ideal for busy nights, this crowd-pleasing stir fry is as wholesome as it is flavorful!
Slice the pork loin into thin strips and place into a bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, orange juice, cornstarch, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Pour half of the mixture over the pork and let marinate for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil, sesame seeds, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork and set aside.
In the same skillet, add a little more vegetable oil if needed and stir fry the bell peppers, carrots, and snow peas for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but crisp.
Return the pork to the skillet and pour in the remaining sauce mixture. Add the water if the sauce seems too thick and stir well. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat and vegetables.
To serve, divide the sesame noodles among plates, top with the pork and vegetable stir fry, and garnish with sliced scallions and mandarin orange segments if desired.
Calories |
2256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 103.9 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 356 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 5086 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.5 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.9 g | ||
| Protein | 153.0 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 3623 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.