Brighten up your dinner table with this flavorful Pork Stir Fry with Apricot Sauce—a delightful fusion dish that balances juicy, tender pork with the natural sweetness of apricot preserves and the umami depth of soy sauce. Vibrant vegetables like broccoli, red bell pepper, and carrots bring both color and crunch, while fresh garlic and ginger offer aromatic warmth. The quick, homemade apricot sauce ties it all together with a tangy-sweet glaze that’s irresistibly good. Ready in just 30 minutes, this stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights, yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve it over steaming rice or noodles, and finish with sesame seeds and green onions for an elegant touch. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a healthy, satisfying meal the whole family will love!
Slice the pork tenderloin into thin strips and place in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and the cornstarch. Toss to coat and let marinate for 10 minutes.
Thinly slice the red bell pepper, peel and julienne the carrot, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the apricot preserves, remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chicken broth. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook until browned and just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir fry the broccoli, red bell pepper, and carrot for 3-5 minutes until tender but still crisp.
Add the garlic and ginger to the vegetables and stir fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Return the pork to the skillet and pour in the apricot sauce. Stir everything together and let the sauce bubble for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Drizzle the sesame oil over the stir fry and toss to combine. Remove from heat.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, if desired.
Calories |
1334 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 61.2 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 308 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 3348 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.5 g | ||
| Protein | 128.6 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2945 mg | 63% | |
*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.